KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Events & Meetings to join our Events and Meetings organization.
Responsibilities:- Lead independently or as project manager to plan and execute on in-person, virtual or hybrid events to include but not limited to: project timelines, contract negotiation, fiscal responsibility, budgeting and approvals, data analysis and reporting, support of virtual platforms, innovative event concepts, elevation of the attendee experience, support of agenda development, and logistics management
- Identify, build and maintain strong relationships with multiple stakeholders of aligned business groups, understanding their practice or industry objectives, and help to ensure that service delivery is aligned and fully supports the event goals and firm priorities for successful outcomes
- Provide guidance, direction and oversee the development of deliverables in a project management capacity with Events & Meetings team members, other internal departments, and external vendors
- Manage decisions that maintain integrity around firm procedures, compliance and controls, risk management, and independence in vendor relationships while using firm-supported tools; act to resolve risk items as appropriate for role
- Drive collaboration with Events & Meetings colleagues to share industry updates, promote best practices, focus on synergies and consistency, and foster a culture of innovation to highlight a client-centric approach
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:- Minimum five years of recent experience in events and meeting planning, preferably within a professional service firm
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
- Strong verbal/written communication, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority and must lead and support an environment driven by client focus and teamwork
- Uses strong problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- CMP or CMM certification is preferred
- Ability to travel up to thirty percent annually
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work .
Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:
https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=1854BPG_9_26
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
