Welcome to Western & Southern Financial Group – Our focus on creating value for our customers through everything we do is foundational to who we are. We provide meaningful and challenging work for our associates, a key facet of our incredible culture that helps make Western & Southern a career destination.
135 years of operating history;
- Born as a modest, door-to-door life insurance business and built to last forever
- Ranked 314 on Fortune 500
- Ranked No. 29 among Fortune 500 companies as a best company for career growth
- Award winning Talent Development Team
- Top 10 for Top Spouse Employer and Military Friendly Employer in 2023
- We consider Cincinnati the best place to live, work and celebrate life – that is why we are committed to doing good for our community
Our Culture
We are building our company to thrive and provide value to our customers, business partners and associates over the long term. To accomplish this, we look for professionals who embody our culture of integrity, top-notch performance, collaboration and teamwork. We are committed to hiring and developing associates who are driven to excel, have a strong work ethic and use astute, fact-based and ethical judgment in decision-making.
A Day in the Life –
The Meetings & Conferences Planner aligns with a team of meeting professionals reporting to the Public Relations Department, this is an in office role. This position is responsible for managing, planning, budgeting and executing a wide range of meetings as well as coordinating all aspects of executive travel. Skill sets served include but are not limited to knowledge of the hospitality industry (preferred), experience with RFP’s, rooming lists, flight manifests, BEO’s and hotel negotiating and contracting. The Meeting Planning, Travel & Events team is looking for a high-energy, self-motivated professional with proven experience and flexibility associated with excellent customer service skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages, coordinates and executes a wide range of meetings across the enterprise and support of various client business conferences/incentive programs. This includes vendor management for hotels/resorts, Destination Management companies, transportation companies, etc. with a focus on negotiations and contracting.
- Coordinates all travel arrangements for senior officers, working directly with the Office of the CEO.
- Develops, maintains and reconciles meeting and conference budgets, focusing on cost-avoidance, value and ROI.
- Uses cloud-based programs utilizing internal systems to manage events from intake through registration, project management, budgeting, attendee management, sourcing and reporting.
- Organizes, manages and works as a team player at assigned enterprise events.
To view the full job description please visit -https://careers-westernsouthern.icims.com/jobs/22173/meetings-%26-conferences-planner/job?mode=view
‘Premier Benefits to Support YOU’
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription, pet insurance, life insurance, disability, Fertility, maternity/caregiver & parental leave, and more!
- Retirement solution with our 401(k) savings AND pension plan!
- Paid time off that increases with tenure.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Subsidized affordable parking
- On-site Cafeteria and fitness center (including sports leagues)
- On-site Registered Nurse
- Career Coaching/Mentoring
- Individualized development plans and career pathing
Learn more about who we are visit; www.westernsouthern.com/careers/home-office-careers.
