Dynamic Corporate Event Planner & Logistics Pro

Markel; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Markel is seeking a highly organized Meeting & Event Specialist to support planning and execution of meetings and events across the organization in Richmond, VA. You will handle logistics, budgeting, vendor coordination, onsite delivery, and post‑event reporting, with responsibility for branding and the Swoogo platform.

Your success will depend on precision, timing, and the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure while delivering memorable experiences that reflect the Markel Style.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; hospitality or marketing background preferred.
• CMP designation is a plus for this role.
• 3+ years in corporate meeting and event planning with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of event delivery: planning, logistics, onsite, production, and post‑event closeout.
• Support team with administrative tasks to ensure seamless operations.
• Manage budgets, vendor quotes, contracts, and post‑event reporting.
• Create branded materials and use Swoogo for registrations and communications.

Skills

Meeting planning

Event coordination

Budget management

Vendor management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Proofreading

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

CMP certification a plus

Hospitality Management or Marketing background preferred

Tools

Office 365

MS Teams

SharePoint

WebEx

Swoogo

Job description

Markel is seeking a highly organized Meeting & Event Specialist to support planning and execution of meetings and events across the organization in Richmond, VA. You will handle logistics, budgeting, vendor coordination, onsite delivery, and post‑event reporting, with responsibility for branding and the Swoogo platform.

Your success will depend on precision, timing, and the ability to manage multiple projects under pressure while delivering memorable experiences that reflect the Markel Style.