Manager – Events (Global role in a virtual working environment)

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading professional services networks with member firms in over 145 countries, 72,000 people and global revenues of $7.

5bn. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector and not for profit organisations, both domestically and internationally.

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms.

GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network.

GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Role purpose

In our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 our vision is to become the most valued network in the profession’ to our people, our clients and our communities.

Our opportunity : Grant Thornton is seen as positively different. Research with clients, prospects, our people and influencers uncovered our opportunity for differentiation and led to Go Beyond’.

It is a call to action for our network to challenge conventions and adopt a forward-looking, empathetic, agile proactive and dynamic way of thinking and acting.

GTIL’s role is to lead and communicate the network strategy; to drive strategy execution by convening and supporting member firms;

and to track and report on progress.

The role of the Events engagement and collaboration team is to support an international network culture of collaboration and trust by intentionally shaping the future workplace.

The Manager, events engagement and collaboration, is responsible for providing technical support and overall event advice to stakeholders, to ensure the highest quality of delegate experience, before, during and after the events.

They always consider new thinking and approaches to build the network culture in a virtual world

Please note that this is a global role in a virtual working environment with the ability to travel internationally.

Main Responsibilities

Event management and support

• Provide end-to-end delivery of virtual events present slides and videos during events, running polls and managing breakout discussion groups, ensuring all elements run smoothly
• Provide end-to-end delivery of face-to-face events venue search and selection, event logistics; accommodation, F&B, evening events, managing suppliers, arrange AV equipment, on the ground event support.
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding delivery and support of their meetings and work in collaboration with them / their team for each meeting / event
• Provide support on content delivery - eg suggest ideas for interactivity and manage these during the event
• Communications work with stakeholders to design and manage invites, take responsibility for registration tracking and follow up.
• Gather feedback following the event and present feedback to meeting / event owner as needed
• Schedule rehearsals and brief speakers with pre-prepared content as appropriate

General

• Manage best practice guidance and templates
• Keep up to date with changes to our technology and keep stakeholders informed
• Ensure event master tracker is updated post event
• Update intranet event site with new and revised information
• Carry out project management of, and / or support across other projects as and when required
• Research industry events and provide recommendations on how to optimise client experiences

Video

Compile / create videos based on recordings

Location

Canada

Person Specification

• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Good standard of spoken and written English is essential
• Able to identify challenges and develop recommendations for improvement

Experience - essential

• Extensive event management experience, including logistics / operations and contracting with vendors and suppliers
• Proven experience managing successful virtual events with consistent track record of meeting or exceeding targets
• Proven ability to handle and implement multiple projects / events with different stakeholders with immovable deadlines
• Knowledge and experience with running events via Microsoft Teams
• Previous experience using event software / CMS
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders from different cultures across global time zones
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively in a high-pressure virtual environment
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Proven ability to build relationships at senior levels

Experience - desirable

Multi-lingual in addition to English

Benefits

There are many benefits of being part of Grant Thornton International, working with a global and diverse team in a virtual setting is just one of them.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture and believe it's one of our most valuable assets.

We also recognise the importance of time off at Grant Thornton International. Taking time away can lead to improved wellbeing and better productivity, which is why we don’t cap your leave.

So if you need to take that extra Friday off (and Monday too), no problem. We believe work is no longer a location, it is what we do.

This should help all of us deliver our best work, while achieving the right balance in our lives.

We want to build a culture of virtual inclusivity. One where all our people have the ability to choose what works best for them but also provides our people the best shared working experience utilising the digital tools we have available.

GTIL will provide individuals with the necessary support and equipment to work effectively from home. We also have a collaborative space to offer should you prefer working outside of your home.

We will offer you access to digital learning options, as well as external training, should you role and development needs require this.

We fully understand the importance of balancing your life and we aim to support that with remote working and flexibility within your role.

We understand the time you spend outside of work helps shape what you bring into work, so we encourage flexibility on both sides.

However, if you prefer to work from the office, this is also something we offer. We also understand the importance of working comfortably in a remote office - most likely your home, which is why we offer all staff a monthly home office allowance to ensure you're well equipped and able to undertake your role to the fullest.

These are just some of the benefits of working at Grant Thornton International. We also have a wide range of attractive core benefits including pension, health insurance, wellbeing programmes and much much more.