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Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Meeting Planner to lead the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of conferences and complex events, managing multiple projects simultaneously. Key Highlights: 1. Comprehensive planning and execution of complex events. 2. Sourcing management, contract negotiation, and administration. 3. High-level client advisory and support. **About Us:** At **BCD Meetings \& Events (BCD M\&E)**, we offer much more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate, and drive behavioral change among our clients. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, **BCD M\&E** fosters a people-centered, passionate, and purpose-driven culture to propel business forward. Headquartered in **Chicago**, with a presence in over **60 countries** worldwide, the **BCD M\&E** team — comprising more than **2,000 professionals** — is committed to sustainability and driving success for our clients, our business, and ourselves. Our values sit at the heart of everything we do, and we seek individuals who want to be part of something special, who can rise to meet our standards, and who enjoy contributing their unique perspective. While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we *can* promise a community of people who truly care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with excellent benefits, and challenging work that truly matters. **Discover what life at BCD M\&E is like at** bcdme.com/careers **About the Role:** For the Meeting Planner position, we seek an experienced professional to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of conferences, corporate events, product launches, and complex programs. This role requires managing multiple events concurrently, serving as the primary client contact, and ensuring consistent, efficient, and high-quality delivery at every stage. **Responsibilities:** End-to-end event planning and execution. Developing detailed travel itineraries and engaging agendas. Managing sourcing, negotiating, and administering contracts with suppliers (venues, hotels, DMCs, transportation, etc.). Overseeing operational event execution, resolving issues in real time, and adapting to last-minute changes. Providing high-level client advisory and support, with clear communication and continuous follow-up. Coordinating internal and external teams to ensure alignment, timely delivery, and service standards. **Requirements:**\+5 years of experience in event management and organization. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and meet tight deadlines. Experience with domestic and international travel. **THE PERKS** **Flexible Working** We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best. **Room to Grow** Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow. **Everyone has a voice** We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected. **Make your move** The diversity of roles across BCD M\&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move. **We’ve got you covered** Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program. **We’re positive. You’ll love it.** It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways. \#LI\-MB1 \#LI\-EM1 \#LI\-LZ1 \#LI\-KW1 \#LI\-Remote \#LI\-Hybrid \#LI\-Onsite
