Meeting & Events Associate

CBRE; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Meeting and Events Associate to plan, coordinate, and execute meetings, conferences, and events within the Workplace Experience function.

The role involves client communication, pre- and post-event reviews, and ensuring smooth operations across space configurations, AV, decor, and supplies. Strong MS Office skills and physical ability are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of related experience.
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (stooping, standing, walking, stairs; lift 50 lbs).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup, refresh, and removal of food, beverage, and service items for events.
• Confirm pre-event space configurations and AV requirements; ensure decor aligns with client vision.
• Coordinate follow-up with clients pre- and post-event and review post-event reports.
• Troubleshoot complex client inquiries and escalated complaints; ensure SLA and KPI adherence.
• Approve head meeting and events calendar and order event supplies as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Advanced math

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Meeting and Events Associate, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and day-of execution of meetings, conferences, and events.

This job is part of the Workplace Experience function. They are responsible for providing world-class customer service to the clients and visitors of a designated building.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee set up, refresh, and removal of food, beverage, and service items. Ensure smooth operations. Work with management to communicate department goals.
• Confirm pre-event setup is complete. This includes a review of space configurations, and audio/visual requirements are complete. Verify decor is in alignment with the client's vision.
• Follow up with clients pre- and post-event to confirm satisfaction. Review post-event reporting and reconciliation with management and recap results with the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex client inquiries and escalated complaints.
• Accountable for the execution of SLAs, KPIs, benchmarks, and reoccurring reports.
• Approve head meeting and events calendar for event spaces.
• Order event supplies as needed.
• Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems that arise with little or no precedent. May recommend new techniques.
• Impact own team and other teams whose work activities are closely related.
• Suggest improvements to existing processes and solutions to improve the efficiency of the team.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of job-related experience.
• Fulfill the physical requirements associated with this role. This includes stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs. Must be able to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• A comprehensive understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function is required.
• Ability to evaluate and communicate unusual and/or complex content in a concise and logical way.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate advanced figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Meeting and Events Associate position is $89,000 annually [or $42.79 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Meeting and Events Associate position is $90,000 annually [or $43.27 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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