Senior Program Manager

About Us: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table. While we can't guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. See what life is about at BCD M&E atbcdme.com/careers About the Role Are you an event planning superstar with a knack for logistics? We're on the hunt for a Senior Event Planner to take charge of our high-stakes meetings and conferences in lively New York City As our go-to expert, you'll lead complex programs and ensure everything runs smoothly from start to finish. Bring your creativity and organization skills as we create unforgettable experiences together You're Good At Managing complex meetings and conferences with 1500+ participants across multiple venues. Establishing strong relationships with clients and vendors while ensuring top-notch service. Balancing multiple projects and deadlines with ease and precision. Implementing best practices to enhance client engagements and program outcomes. Creating and managing budgets, and handling financial and compliance requirements flawlessly. You Might Also Have A college degree alongside 5+ years of meeting management experience. Expertise in sourcing and negotiating with vendors to get the best deals. A background in the financial industry or international event planning. Familiarity with Cvent and video-conferencing platforms (like Teams, Webex, Zoom). Strong communication and leadership skills, ready to inspire your team You Should Know This role is primarily onsite in New York, NY, requiring at least 4 days per week in our vibrant office, with potential travel up to 30% as needed. Ready to elevate your career and join a dynamic team? Apply now and let's create extraordinary events together 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. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Senior Program Manager (Senior Event Planner) is between $80,000 - $110,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget. #LI-LZ1 #LI-KW1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid #LI-Onsite