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Meeting Planner- Temporary (US, Virtual, NOAM)

RemoteRemoteTemporary$35–$50 /hrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship availableHidden Gem · Himalayas

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Required skills

  • event planning
  • contracting
  • attendee management
  • onsite execution
  • budget oversight
  • client experience
  • timelines
  • logistics
  • supplier coordination
  • cross-functional teams

Nice to have

  • creative concepting
  • negotiating
  • client expectations
  • policies
  • consultative guidance
  • recommendations

Role summary

BCD Meetings & Events is seeking a temporary Meeting Planner to manage end-to-end planning for complex meetings and events. This virtual role requires 25-50% travel availability and involves sourcing, contracting, attendee management, onsite execution, and budget oversight. The ideal candidate is strategic, organized, and solution-oriented, with 5-7 years of event planning experience. Responsibilities include building sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, managing budgets, creating a high-touch client experience, and coordinating logistics. Experience with meeting technology and group air travel is preferred. The role offers flexible working, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment.

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 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ 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 at

About the Role

If you love bringing complex meetings and events to life from first idea to final reconciliation, this role is right in your sweet spot. You’ll lead end-to-end planning across sourcing, contracting, attendee management, onsite execution, and budget oversight while delivering a high-touch experience clients remember. This is a great fit for someone who’s equal parts strategic, organized, and creatively solution-oriented. You’ll be the go-to partner who keeps details tight, timelines moving, and service levels exceptionally high.

You’re Good At

  • Managing end-to-end event planning for complex meetings and events, from creative concepting and sourcing through onsite execution and final billing reconciliation
  • Building smart sourcing strategies, negotiating favorable contract terms, and keeping budgets aligned with client expectations and policies
  • Creating a polished, high-touch client experience with strong communication, consultative guidance, and thoughtful recommendations
  • Juggling timelines, attendee logistics, room blocks, reporting, and supplier coordination without missing the details
  • Solving problems on the fly, staying calm under pressure, and leading cross-functional teams to successful outcomes.

You Might Also Have

  • 5–7 years of event planning experience across sourcing, planning, attendee management, and onsite delivery
  • A track record of bringing proactive, creative ideas that elevate the attendee experience and exceed client expectations
  • Experience leading complex programs with multiple stakeholders, changing deadlines, and tight budget parameters
  • Strong confidence working with meeting technology tools, data accuracy standards, and program reporting
  • Familiarity with group air and coordinating VIP or special attendee needs

You Should Know

  • This role is virtual and will require 25%-50% travel availability.

If you’re ready to turn big ideas into seamless, memorable events, apply now.

THE PERKS

Flexible WorkingWe 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 GrowOur 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 voiceWe thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your moveThe 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 coveredOur 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.

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:25% to 50%

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The hourly range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Meeting Planner- Temporary is between $35 - $50. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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