Senior Meeting & Events Coordinator

CBRE • Full-time • Washington, United States, US • $33 - $36 / hour • 2d ago

Washington, D.C. - District of Columbia - United States of America

About The Role

As a CBRE Senior Meeting & Events Coordinator, you will assist with the planning, coordination, and day-of execution of meetings, conferences, and events. This role is integral to ensuring the detailed delivery of high-quality events that meet client expectations.

What You'll Do

Coordinate the setup, refresh, and removal of food, beverage, and service items to ensure smooth operations.
Collaborate with management to communicate department goals and align event execution with client vision.
Confirm pre-event setup, including space configurations and audio/visual requirements, ensuring all details are complete.
Follow up with clients pre- and post-event to confirm satisfaction and capture feedback for continuous improvement.
Troubleshoot and resolve sophisticated client inquiries and advanced complaints efficiently. Assist in the execution of SLAs, critical metrics, benchmarks, and recurring reports to maintain high service standards.
Lead the meeting and events calendar for event spaces, ensuring optimal utilization.
Order and handle event supplies as needed, maintaining inventory and ensuring availability.
Gather and analyze data to identify and solve complex problems, recommending new techniques and improvements.
Impact own team and other teams whose work activities are closely related, fostering a collaborative environment.

What You'll Need

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

High School Diploma or GED with 2-3 years of job-related experience in event planning or coordination.
Ability to fulfill the physical requirements associated with this role, including stooping, standing, walking, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Comprehensive understanding of event planning processes, procedures, and systems. Strong organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mentality to continuously improve event execution.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Advanced math skills with the ability to calculate figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
Excellent communication skills to evaluate and convey complex content in a concise and logical manner.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.
Experience in managing client relationships and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction

WHY CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

APPLICANT AI USE DISCLOSURE

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Meeting & Events Coordinator position is $33.65 hourly and the maximum salary for the position is $36.05 hourly. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

Service line: Advisory Segment