Remote Corporate Event Planner

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to prestigious corporate clio

Supportive remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Corporate Event Planner to design, manage, and execute high-impact events for clients across industries. You will work entirely from a remote location, leveraging both virtual and hybrid technologies to deliver exceptional experiences.

You will lead end-to-end planning, collaborate with clients on objectives and budgets, manage vendor relationships, and oversee timelines, staffing, and post-event analysis to ensure client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate event planning.
• Proficiency with event management software and virtual platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of corporate events (virtual, hybrid, in-person).
• Define objectives, themes, budgets, and logistical requirements with clients.
• Source and manage vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor management

Remote collaboration

Tools

Cvent

Zoom/Webex

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and creative Remote Corporate Event Planner to design, manage, and execute high-impact corporate events, conferences, and incentive programs for clients across various industries. Working entirely from a remote location, you will utilize cutting-edge virtual and hybrid event technologies, alongside traditional planning methodologies, to deliver exceptional experiences. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of corporate events, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person components.
• Collaborate with clients to define event objectives, themes, budgets, and logistical requirements.
• Source and manage relationships with vendors, venues, and suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Develop detailed event timelines, run sheets, and staffing plans.
• Oversee event logistics, registration, attendee management, and on-site or virtual support.
• Manage event budgets meticulously, track expenses, and provide comprehensive post-event financial reports and analysis.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate event planning, with substantial exposure to virtual and hybrid event formats.
• Proficiency in event management software and virtual event platforms.
• Exceptional project management, organizational, and multitasking capabilities.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and client relationship skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-driven incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a strong work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and industry conferences.
• Exposure to diverse and prestigious corporate clients and event types.
• A dynamic and supportive remote team environment within a leading event management company.