Events Associate

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 50+ 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 bcdme.com/careers

Position: Events Associate

Location: Mumbai, India

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

The Events Associate will be responsible for the planning, development, and execution of meetings, conferences, incentive travel programs, and special events. This role involves managing multiple projects simultaneously and serving as the day-to-day planning contact across departments. Key responsibilities include attendee management, budget oversight, event coordination, and final program billing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and prepare detailed recce reports, and adhere to timelines
• To be able to make element sheet and budget, cost sheet as per the event requirement
• To be able to make layout of the venue as per the event
• Negotiate and purchase, entertainment, and décor elements
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement program agendas
• Manage program budgets and secure approvals before client submission
• To be able to give ideas, source new technology and vendors in different cities
• Reconcile and finalize billing in coordination with Finance
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent education/experience
• Strong customer service background required
• Minimum 4 years of purchasing/meeting planning experience (industry/hotel experience preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• Experience with Cvent meeting technology
• Knowledge of event industry
  
  

About Us

BCD Meetings & Events is a global leader in creating experiences that connect organizations with the people who matter most. With 1,900 passionate professionals across 60+ countries, we deliver services in event design, brand experience, meetings management, production, venue sourcing, and sports hospitality. Learn more at www.bcdme.com.

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THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We 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 Grow

Our 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 voice

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

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us.

We’ve got you covered our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, 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.

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