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Regular or Temporary:Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

Lead the team that delivers first-class internal and external proprietary events designed to enhance the Truist brand, demonstrate our expertise through care, and engage communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time.  

• Manage a team of event planners by setting the team’s direction, communicating individual and team priorities, and executing on strategic goals for Truist.
• Develop and enforce all associated policy, process and preferred supplier usage performing consistent analysis for process improvement, responsible for the communication, education, training and governance and enforcement.
• Work with other marketing leaders to ensure clear and cohesive partnership and communication among the marketing organization.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers in order to identify efficiencies or program enhancements for Truist corporate events.
• Stay connected with industry trends and best practices to ensure we are providing best-in-class experiences for our clients, prospects and teammates.
• Responsible for reporting program results (impressions, reach, etc.) and related data (spend, savings, duty of care etc.) to executive management and other enterprise partners. Monitor and measure key performance indicators to ensure a superior service level is delivered to teammates.
• Develop vendor strategies & relationships; negotiate quality requirements with 3rd party suppliers including airlines, hotels, ground transportation, dining services and hospitality vendors.
• Promote a cohesive, inclusive, team-oriented growth mindset culture aligned Truist purpose, mission, and values.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
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 the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent education and related training 
• Ten years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, managing teams
• Demonstrated contribution to marketing strategy development to solve complex and/or unique operational problems; sound and comprehensive understanding of business and organizational strategies and processes
• Extensive knowledge of business and organizational strategies and management objectives
• Ability to lead large projects of significant complexity and notable risk exposure
• Ability to influence others at senior levels to adopt a new perspective
• Knowledge of the industry’s competitive landscape and an understanding of the market and regulatory factors that shape the industry
• Experience leading a team of junior and professional-level contributors

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, MBA and/or twelve years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience 
• Banking or financial services experience 

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting
Constantly (More than 50% of the time)
Standing
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Walking
Frequently (25% – 50% of the time)     
Bending 
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Lifting
Up to 50 lbs.
Visual / Audio / Speaking
Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.
Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding 
Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.
Availability
Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.
Travel
Up to 25%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

Truist supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.