Senior Specialist, National Events (Calgary)

The Senior Specialist, National Events is responsible for leading and supporting the Prairies portfolio, and responsible for the end-to-end process of planning and execution of in-person, virtual, and hybrid conferences, meetings, and special events. Main responsibilities include:
• Lead and manage the Prairies events portfolio as the strategic advisor in the Market
• Independently and seamlessly plan, manage and execute high-impact events in various formats (in-person, virtual or hybrid), for both our clients and our people.
• Foster trusting and strategic relationships with internal leaders, leading and advising on event strategies in order to meet key business objectives, making suitable recommendations on industry best practices and trends
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Marketing, Communications, People & Culture and others, on the design and conception of events, alongside our external network of preferred suppliers.
• Manage all logistical aspects related to event planning, such as venue sourcing and selection; vendor contracting and management; online registration and reporting, F&B experience, audio visual, space set-ups, etc.
• Support members of the National Events Team as required, as a Senior professional on the team, showing leadership and influencing skills
• Manage virtual event production elements including event platform set-up; broadcasting; speakers sourcing and contracting; rehearsals and dry-runs support; creation of run of show; day of show calling.
• Oversee conference and complex events’ needs such as hotel blocks, rooming lists, air and ground transportation plan, arrival/departure experience.
• Manage all aspects of event budgets to include cost projection and avoidance, payments, and reconciliation, working alongside teams such as Finance, Procurement, Independence and Risk Management.

Deloitte is seeking a Senior Specialist, National Events with solid experience in corporate meetings and events. The successful candidate will work in a creative and innovative way to help deliver an exceptional event experience to our clients and our people. The National Events Team is responsible for the planning and execution of virtual, hybrid and in-person events across Canada, and we strive to always inspire, excite, and engage our audience.

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience in an event planning position
• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Communications, or another related program
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Prior experience with event platforms and applications; Cvent knowledge is an asset
• Ability to multi-task, managing priorities and concurrent events, meeting strict deadlines in a busy and ever-changing environment
• Excellent people and communication (verbal/written) skills, with a proactive attitude and committed to long-term growth