Global Client Event Manager

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and - through their work - can make an impact on our industry. We're here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

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WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

As part of the global communications and public affairs team, this individual would play a key role in developing engaging, client centric, in-person events that tell Amex GBT's story to an external audience. This person must be a detail oriented, creative thinker with a passion for implementing exceptional experiences in all environments.

THIS IS A CONTRACT ROLE (2 Years) with potential permanent hire.

WHATYOU'LL DO:

• Collaboratewiththeglobal experiential events team toplan, implement andleadclientfocused activationsof all sizesin support ofbusiness goals and objectives.

• Delivermemorableclientexperiences in both virtual and in-person formats.

• Complete avariety ofengagements simultaneously.

• Assist inthesite selection and contracting process. This includes but is not limited to sourcingvenues, vendors for catering, décor, technology for registration and/or virtual platforms, audio-visual elements, transportationandentertainment.

• Contribute to and support theglobalclientengagementprogram strategy.

• Maintain oversight of execution and event budget.

• Work in partnership with the regional communications leadand appropriate collaboratorstoensurecontent deliverablesare incorporated in the overall event presence. Contentincludes but is not limited tokeynotepresentations,panels, breakout sessionsandclient speaking opportunities.

• Co-managethe global activation calendaron behalf of theevent experience program.

• Work collaboratively to handle a core partner team of meeting planners to ensure events areefficientlyactivated.

• Own event communications and updates toexecutive partners.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Strong practical and technical knowledge ofboth virtualeventplanningtools and practices as well asin-personevent managementexpertise.

• Experiencing creatingdynamic andengaging virtual experiences.

• An ability topartnerwith internal and external executive customers.

• Experience handling vendor relationships and negotiations.

• A successful track record of completing multi-faceted events,forumsand external engagements in support of global business priorities and messagingwith a variety of partners.

• Shown success in dynamic project management, including project planning and execution.

• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines in an environment of challenging priorities.

• A desire to be part of a tight, high-performing global team.

• Time zone agnostic. Experienced in and understands the complexities with communicating to colleagues in a global, matrixed organization.

• A resilient self-starter who thrives in an environment of ambiguity and flexibility.

• Develop and maintain knowledge of technology and/or software solutions.

Amex GBT equips companies of all sizes with the insights, tools, services and expertise they need to keep their travelers informed, focused and productive while on the road. With approximately 19,000 employees and operations in nearly 140 countries worldwide, American Express GBT empowers customers to take control of their travel programs, optimizing the return on their travel and meetings investments, while, more importantly, providing extraordinary traveler care.

We're moving faster than ever and introducing new products, services, and strategies that will revolutionize the travel industry and bring greater value to our business customers. Our clients' success expands our success, so we put our heart and soul into helping our clients achieve results that exceed all expectations. As the world's largest travel management company, we are continuing to build alliances with key travel leaders and suppliers throughout the world, strengthening our position as a quality provider to companies of all sizes.  

We are committed to ensuring that our global workforce experiences a culture of belonging that demonstrates the diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives of our colleagues, clients, partners and communities, to foster a high performing multicultural and inclusive organization. We believe that a culture where everyone feels engaged, has a voice, and is empowered to achieve their full potential, is core to our purpose and success.

Location

United States

The US national annual base salary range for this position is from $70,000 to $140,000. The national range provided includes the base salary that GBT expects to pay for the role. Actual base salary will be based on factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and work location.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Award plan, which rewards participants based on company and individual performance. For information about our comprehensive US benefits programs and eligibility, please review our Benefits-at-a-Glance document.

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The #TeamGBT Experience

Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and more.

• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.

• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with global tuition assistance, access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.

• We strive to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every aspect of our business at GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global Inclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

• Wellbeing resources to support mental and emotional health for you and your immediate family.

• And much more!

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.

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