Senior Executive Assistant & Event Planner - Financial Services

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. 

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. 

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

About the role:

Due to increased business levels, we are looking for an Executive Assistant & Event Planner to join one of our client dedicated teams supporting our client in the financial tech & media services sector. You will have a strong background in event planning to support the EMEA Financial Solutions team. You will efficiently manage administrative duties, support the Global head of Events, and play a pivotal role in delivering  high-quality events and exceptions stakeholder experiences.

Sound like you? Read on!

As an Senior Executive Assistant & Event Planner, you will:

• Collaborate with key business stakeholders as a thought partner in translating Event briefs and regional or global priorities into your event planning
• Provide executive assistant support which will include creating executive summaries, presentations and data integration and reporting
• Drive project priorities and timelines
• Consistently apply and demonstrate our expertise to our clients

You’re good at:

• Communication – listening, written and verbal, ability to communicate effectively across teams
• Ability to instil confidence in your clients that we are experts in our field
• Proven experience in event planning or project management in a corporate setting including attendee management
• Crafting engaging executive summaries and presentations with strong PowerPoint skills
• Proven budget management and financial accuracy expertise
• Experience of supporting high-level executives, particularly with diary management
• Ability to react, think on your feet, offer solutions, work on multiple projects and timelines at once
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications

You might also have:

• A knack for data reporting and maintaining data integrity
• Strong negotiation skills
• Experience with the financial aspects of event planning, especially in a global context

You should know:

• Role is UK Hybrid based, with 4 days per week in the clients London office
• You must have the ability to travel within the UK and Overseas when required
• You must have the right to work in the UK

How to apply:

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THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

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