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Senior Specialist, Event Operations

S&P Global

Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: March 30, 2024
Job Type: Full time
About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):09About the Role: The Team:The Global Event Operations team supports the Marketing Team as they strive to positively influence pipeline, drive client engagement, and build the brand through creative marketing programs, differentiated channel management, and operational excellence on achieving their sales, renewal, and retention goals.  We are a highly-collaborative, creative, dynamic, groundbreaking global team who work together on key initiatives to drive program content.Responsibilities and Impact:As a member of the Marketing Department, you will provide event operational support for S&P Global live and virtual events to a worldwide audience of customers and prospects. You will highlight the breadth of our brand, executing events that feature our essential intelligence while providing the best-in-class attendee experience.We are seeking an SR Specialist, Event Operations to support a portfolio of global events, primarily focusing on covering North America. The role will see you assist marketers and the commercial sales teams by coordinating logistics for our large portfolio of events. You will support the global events team by updating our internal event management system and keeping the event report system updated.Execute third party tradeshows and hosted conferences: Includes site selection, registration, attendee communications, audio visual, banqueting, technology, etc.Source, negotiate, and manage contracts and vendorsManage logistics at third party events, or hosted events, ensuring our brand is represented and leads have been obtainedManage sourcing of promotional items and inventoryKeep track of event equipment inventory and manage the coordination between our team and vendorManage the event registration process by using the available systems to build registration websites and communicate with registrantsSupport the marketing team in the creation of booth equipment, promotional items, and collateralManage onsite registration and coordinate all onsite logistics such as catering and A/V needs with the venueTrack and manage event budgets and conduct final expense reconciliationEffectively communicate with on-site staff and key stakeholders for all eventsEnsure customer expectations are at the center of the events we produceCompensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $51,289 to $105,400. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual bonus.This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.  What We’re Looking For:Basic Required Qualifications:2-4 years of event planning experience preferredBachelor's Degree preferredMild to moderate travel, but the ability to do so if requiredWorking knowledge of event registration system preferredExcellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skillsMust be able to manage multiple events in a fast-paced environmentProven administrative, organizational, and problem solving skillsAbility to work independently and within a team environmentAdditional Preferred Qualifications: Fluent knowledge and use of Cvent Registration SystemRight to Work Requirements:This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.Return to Work: Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.About S&P Global Market IntelligenceAt S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.What’s In It For You?Our Purpose:Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.Our People:We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipAt S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.For more information on benefits by country visit: https://www.spglobal.com/en/careers/our-culture/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all. -----------------------------------------------------------Equal Opportunity EmployerS&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.   If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.   US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. -----------------------------------------------------------203 - Entry Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), MRKTNG202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)