Senior Global Account Director, Meetings & Events

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 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ 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
Join our vibrant team as a Senior Global Account Director, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our global meetings and events program with an exciting new financial industry client. You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring we meet our clients' needs while maintaining top-notch service across regions. With your strategic mindset, you’ll not only track progress but also navigate challenges with finesse. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional results and fostering team dynamics, this is the place for you!

You’re Good At:

• Developing strategic business plans that align client objectives with company goals.
• Managing and negotiating contracts to ensure all commitments are consistently met.
• Monitoring service levels and leading teams to highlight quality delivery and staff development.
• Collaborating with clients and suppliers to enhance operational efficiency and relationships.
• Identifying potential issues quickly and executing effective solutions.

You Might Also Have:

• Experience in event technology, data analytics and data-driven process improvement. Our ideal candidate has tenured experience in the Meetings & Events industry from an agency perspective. 
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail in tracking operational performance.
• A knack for facilitating strategic account reviews and engaging senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills to foster collaboration and connectivity within teams.
• A passion for mentoring and developing talent within a dynamic work environment.

You Should Know:

• This role reports onsite at our client's office in Midtown, Manhattan at least 4 days per week.  
• This position is fast paced and exciting! If you have experience leading meetings and events teams in a corporate/financial industry setting, this role might be a great fit for you!
• Travel outside of New York will be required for this role, averaging 25 - 30%.

If you're ready to make an impact and take your career to new heights, we’d love to see your application!

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.
 

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:25% to 50% 

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Senior Global Account Director, Meetings & Events  is between $200,000 - $240,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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