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Senior Associate, Events & Meetings

KPMG
United States, California, San Francisco
December 03, 2022
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Events & Meetings team. Responsibilities: * Plan and execute events including but not limited to project timeline management, contract negotiations, budgeting and approvals, theme development, logistical management and on-site execution * Develop professional relationships with key stakeholders * Assist with managing projects and provide solution-oriented recommendations within established timelines * Plan and execute portfolio of events, consistently meeting and exceeding event objectives * Familiarity with special event venues and restaurants in the Silicon Valley market Qualifications: * Minimum three years of recent experience in events and meeting planning, preferably within a professional services firm * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experience * Strong communication, problem solving and sound judgement skills to support an environment driven by stakeholder focus and teamwork * Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously * Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; CMP or CMM certification preferred * Travel to Silicon Valley office required on an as needed basis but flexible to work in other Silicon Valley KPMG locations when not in the Silicon Valley KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).