Senior Event Coordinator

SSON; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Structured training and mentorship

Opportunity to travel up to 25%

Job summary

A leading services organization is seeking a skilled Event Planner to join their team in Tampa. The successful candidate will manage logistics for corporate events and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in event planning, strong project management skills, and excellent communication abilities. The role offers a hybrid work setting and opportunities for international travel. Join a dynamic environment to advance your career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in event planning and coordination.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics of corporate events, conferences, and trade shows.
• Develop project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with teams to align event objectives.

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Event Management

Job description

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Location: Hybrid (Tampa office 1 day a week & remote)

Salary: $60,000 - $65 оң annually + benefits

рачемployment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

The Shared Services and Outsourcing Network (SSON) is the largest and most established community of shared services, global business services and outsourcing professionals in the world. Established in 1999, SSON recognized the revolution in business support services as it was happening, and realized that a forum was needed through which practitioners couldÁRIO no connect with each other on a regional and global basis.

SSON operates under four dynamic brands: SSON Digital, SSON Research & Analytics, SSON Events, and Global Business Services Training & Certification.

Our Mission: To empower the global business and shared services community with the expertise, connections, and tools needed to drive innovation and deliver high-value solutions.

We are currently hiring for our Event Operations team, responsible for the logistics and planning behind events designed exclusively for some of the most senior executives. The experience you will gain is vast as you work with speakers, sponsors, hotels and venues, and third party vendors such as printers, registration companies, general contractors, audio visual companies, etc.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee logistics entrened corporate events, conferences, trade shows, meetings, and special projects.
• Develop detailed project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, operations) to align event objectives with business goals.
• Manage event staff to ensure smooth execution.
• Track and analyze event metrics, provide post-event reports, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current with event trends and industry best practices.
• Create and maintain speaker/sponsor event status sheets as well as speaker/sponsor communication.
Track, manage and reduce on site costs, while maintaining high levels of customer service for exhibitors/sponsors and attendees;Additional operational responsibilities, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional experience in event planning and coordination, with a focus on corporate or large-scale events.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

SSON offers quick advancement, extensive business training, an introduction to the world of international business and global transfer opportunities.

We have a fast paced, fun, and dynamic environment to start or continue your career!

Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Structured training, mentorship, and clear career progression opportunities.
• Hybrid work environment (remote and Tampa office).
• Opportunity to travel (domestic and international) up to 25%.
• Be part of a dynamic, global team that is shaping the future of business services!

A Few Important Things

• Standard working hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ESTderived Flexibility required to support global events and collaborations across time zones. li>
• Home office requirement: Reliable internet connection and a dedicated, distraction-free workspace.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Job Function

Project Management, General Business, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Events Services and IT Services and IT Consulting