Meeting & Event Coordinator (Remote)

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About the position Looking to jump start your event planning career? As a Meeting & Event Coordinator at Morley, you'll help plan and operate domestic and international meetings, events and incentive programs on behalf of our Fortune 500 clients. You’ll organize every last detail starting with initial planning, travel on site to deliver the program, and make sure clients' expectations come to life. This is a remote role, where you'll train and work from home, and travel to various locations for site visits and programs. If you have 1-4 years of operational management experience in event planning or hospitality, and would enjoy being on the road and operating from home, this could be a great fit for you! Our ideal candidate is organized, has a positive attitude, strong sense of detail, works well with people, would enjoy traveling, and is willing to learn. Responsibilities • Support the development and execution of meetings and events • Assist with proposal development, bid submissions and client interactions • Act as a liaison between sales associates, vendors and clients • Manage client expectations through proactive, results-oriented communication methods • Schedule and manage on-site travel staff • Travel to domestic or international event locations, facilitate site inspections, operate programs and support Trip Directors as necessary Requirements • Microsoft Office proficiency • Able to multitask and meet deadlines • Have a solid work ethic, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and strong attention to detail • Bachelor's degree in hospitality or a related field • 1-4 years of operational management experience in the event planning or hospitality industry • Ability to travel extensively (50% of the time) • High-speed internet access at home that you are able to connect to via Ethernet or landline • Secluded and distraction-free work environment Nice-to-haves • Experience in banquet or event planning • Experience interfacing with clients or customers • Experience arranging meetings and events for clients / groups Benefits • Medical and prescription coverage • Dental and vision insurance • Paid time off • Associate wellness program with rewards for annual checkups • Programs to quit tobacco use and manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma) • 401(k) with match • Flexible spending account (FSA) • Life insurance • Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance • 24/7 online access to doctors through Teladoc • 24/7 nurse help desk • Patient advocacy with free 24/7 support for benefit questions and claims • Guidance for family, financial and estate planning (including wills) Apply To this Job Apply To This Job

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