Enterprise Event Planner (Mid-level)

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Enterprise Event Planner, you will conceptualize, plan, coordinate, and deliver successful Enterprise events that support and demonstrate USAA's mission while meeting event deliverables. Primary duties are focused on developing long-term, detailed project plans, locating and securing event location, vendor relationship management, coordinating event participation, and driving relevant protocol and brand standards while mitigating reputational risks.

This role will be based in the Chesapeake, VA home office and plan events for both the Chesapeake and Charlotte, NC regional offices. Expect to travel to Charlotte once a month. When in the Chesapeake, you are working in the office 4 days per week. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Plans, manages, and executes moderately complex Enterprise-wide events with moderate visibility and brand impact.
• Develops detailed project plans for regional events and manages timelines to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met timely and within budget.
• Utilizes proficient event planning experience to ensure assigned events and meetings meet objectives and deliver desired outcome and positive audience experience.
• Provides input to Marketing and Communication partners to develop written and visual marketing materials and identify the most effective marketing distribution channels.
• Negotiates, signs, and executes contracts up to $50,000 with internal/external vendors, entertainment, venues, and speakers for Enterprise-wide events.
• Provides guidance to stakeholders on proper protocol and branding procedures.
• Participates in after-action reviews with the Events team, attendees, and vendors to review event statistics, discuss areas of opportunity, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Identifies issues for escalation and may assist team members on complex issues.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 4 years of relevant experience including event planning, marketing, communications, or media production in a corporate setting.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and excel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of project management, budget control, and contract management.
• Ability to react positively and quickly in stressful situations.

What sets you apart:

• Experience planning and coordinating events involving government officials, active-duty military (i.e. 1000+ guests)
• Experience negotiating contracts for large corporate events (i.e. 1000+ guests)
• Experience working directly with executive-level personnel to include support and discretion
• Experience working with Cvent Platform Software
• Familiarity with military customs, courtesies, ranks and traditions across all branches of services
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute high-visibility events with complex logistics
• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $69,920 - $133,620.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.