EMEA Events Manager - 12 month FTC
T. Rowe Price
At T. Rowe Price, we identify and actively invest in opportunities to help people thrive in an evolving world. As a premier global asset management organization with more than 85 years of experience, we provide investment solutions and a broad range of equity, fixed income, and multi-asset capabilities to individuals, advisors, institutions, and retirement plan sponsors. We take an active, independent approach to investing, offering our dynamic perspective and meaningful partnership so our clients can feel more confident.
We believe doing the right thing for our clients and our associates is good business. With a career at the firm, you can expect opportunities to create real impact at work and in your community. You’ll enjoy resources to support your career path, as well as compensation, benefits, and flexibility to enrich your life. Here, you’ll find a collaborative culture that respects and values differences and colleagues who share a spirit of generosity.
Join us for the opportunity to grow and make a difference in ways that matter to you.
POSITION PURPOSE
The successful candidate will work with the Senior EMEA Events Manager to execute a diverse range of events for the EMEA region to the highest standard through excellent organisational skills, innovation, and creativity. This includes in-person, virtual and hybrid events in line with our business objectives.
The main responsibilities in this role include (non-exhaustive):
Plan events of all sizes (from 15 to 100+), from simple activation to large flagship projects.
Work closely with the EMEA marketing teams on various sponsored & hosted events.
Support in the lead up to and on-the-day support of our key annual conferences in London and Frankfurt in September.
Manage webinars and broadcast on ON24 (either live or simu-live): this includes market outlook, rapid response & ad-hoc webinars.
Coordinate invitation process for webinars and hosted events (via AEM and Adobe campaign).
Work with investment product marketing team to create suite of comms associated with events (Save The Date, Invitations, Reminders, etc.), including digital and tablet friendly day-of content management.
Ensure events materials are complied via our internal system (AdMaster)
Collaborate with in-house team of designers to create engaging, impactful, and on-brand assets
Produce post event reporting and budget reconciliation.
Engage in systematic follow up process – gauging feedback, consistently evaluating and identifying areas for improvement.
Be proactive in identifying and booking venues for bespoke events and be experienced in managing and negotiating venue contracts and price negotiations.
Manage merchandise orders from our in-house store. Brief our preferred vendors for ad-hoc products.
Provide consultation on event agendas
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Minimum 3 years' experience
Keen interest in events with the ability to form good working relationships at all levels and demonstrate a strong team focus.
Experience working with CRM databases and data management tools (SalesForce preferred)
Knowledge of Event management platform (Zuddl preferably)
Experience with ON24 or similar platform
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Very strong attention to detail
Highly organised
Strong and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to interact and work collaboratively with senior stakeholders within the business
Preferred
Undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
Experience in the Asset Management industry
Ability to interpret data, indicate trends and think strategically
Use of a marketing automation system
European language an advantage
Experience with Asset Management or other Investment company events
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At T. Rowe Price, our associates are our greatest asset. We thrive because our company culture is built on inclusion and because we sustain a work environment where associates can bring their best selves to work every day. The backgrounds, talents, and experiences of our global associates allow us to embrace new ideas and perspectives that move our business priorities forward and enable us to deliver strong client outcomes. Here, you can expect equal opportunity and fair and consistent treatment for all.