Job Type: Permanent
Work Model: On-site
Reference code: 130045
Primary Location: Calgary, AB
All Available Locations: Calgary, AB

ABOUT THE TEAM

Deloitte is looking for a Senior Specialist, National Events with proven expertise in managing corporate meetings and events. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and innovation to deliver outstanding event experiences for our people, clients, and communities. As part of the National Events Team, you will contribute to the planning and execution of exceptional events across Canada, consistently aiming to inspire, excite, and engage our audiences.

ENOUGH ABOUT US, LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU

You are someone who has/is:

• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in event planning, with a proven track record of managing complex, high-impact events in various formats.
• In-depth knowledge of the event industry and well-established professional relationships across Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.
• Post-secondary education in Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office; experience with event platforms (Cvent an asset).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate across teams and with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and budget management skills.

OUR PURPOSE

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a strategic advisor to market leaders, providing guidance and expertise on event strategy to achieve key business objectives.
• Independently plan, manage, and execute high-impact events in various formats (in-person, virtual, and hybrid) for both clients and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with internal leaders, offering recommendations on event best practices and industry trends.
• Oversee all logistical aspects of event planning, including venue selection, vendor contracting and management, online registration, food and beverage coordination, audio-visual production, and space setup.
• Manage complex event requirements, such as hotel blocks, rooming lists, transportation planning, and attendee experience.
• Manage all creative and experiential components of events, such as décor, event design, entertainment, and keynote speaker selection.
• Coordinate meeting logistics, speaker selection and preparation (including dry runs), run-of-show creation, and day-of-event management.
• Oversee virtual event production, including platform setup, broadcasting, and production management.
• Provide support to members of the National Events Team, leveraging influence and expertise as a senior team member.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams such as Marketing, Communications, People & Culture, and external suppliers to design and deliver successful events.
• Administer all aspects of event budgets, including cost projections, payment processing, and reconciliation, in collaboration with Finance, Procurement, Independence, and Risk Management teams.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness and adaptability in resolving event-related challenges and complexities