Event Associate Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

This is an exciting opportunity available for a motivated team player to help drive the success of our association management company and its clients. Come join a growing company that has a great team that is passionate about what they do. We operate in a fast-paced environment. No day is ever the same.Located in Old Town Leander just minutes north of Austin, CMP Management is the leading provider of association management services for chapters of professional societies. We provide services to support the daily operations of multiple professional societies and trade associations. Being a member of the CMP team means having the opportunity to be in a dynamic, changing, and fun environment with other very highly motivated, resourceful individuals. For more information regarding our organization, visit www.cmpmanagement.com. Position Overview:The Event Associate, or EA, is responsible for administratively supporting events including conferences and seminars, tradeshows, golf tournaments, and a variety of other special events for multiple nonprofit professional societies and trade associations. The best EAs are detail oriented, have strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while adapting to changing demands. Travel is required for this position.Role:Represent and deliver service excellence that is in keeping with the client's brand.Utilize event administration playbook and adhere to the system that enables effective event management support for our client's meetings, conferences and events.Work closely with event directors/managers to effectively support event deliverables and track results of event performance.Review and edit event communications.Test event registration & sponsorship forms for accuracy.Review and edit event digital and print materials.Create and update drafts of event materials (event scripts, presentations, etc.)Version exhibit floorplans.Create and update event registration and sponsorship sales reports.Coordinate the development of session host packets, event surveys, print and digital event content, sign content, and name badge production with event lead.Attend and support registration onsite at events.Position Requirements:3 years' experience in administrative support or related field is preferredAbility to develop professional relationships in all aspects of the position that result in stable, consistent, reliable, and courteous communication Ability to problem solve and work independently in changing and multi-tasking environment with numerous deadlinesAbility to present ideas effectively to management team (both internal and external)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughnessSolid problem-solving skillsStrong computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint/Prezi), event registration management platforms, and Association management softwareEffective time management and organizational skillsFamiliarity with CRM/AMS software systems and practicesAbility to adapt/respond to various customer personasGoal oriented and strives to learn and grown on a daily basisAbility to receive and immediately apply constructive feedbackReliable transportation is requiredAbility to travel is requiredAbility to work some evenings and weekends requiredWe Offer YouA competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing organization:Health, Dental, Vision, Life InsuranceA Simple retirement plan that includes a corporate matchPaid Time Off Four weeks (20 days) of paid vacationTen paid holidays per calendar year (9 fixed and 1 floating)Career Development & Growth: We provide ongoing training, coaching and development. We reward continuous improvement and encourage you to own your own development. Education:University degree in business, marketing or related field preferredPlease note: after submitting your resume you will be asked to complete an assessment that will take approximately 15-20 minutes via a system generated email. Please ensure that you complete the assessment if you intend to apply for the position and that you enter the same name and email into the assessment system as used on your application. Only those candidates that complete the assessment will be considered for the position.By applying for a position with CMP Management, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with CMP Management's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.