Events Coordinator
LIFE AT IMC AS EVENTS COORDINATOR
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
IMC is a leading global market maker, using algorithmic trading and advanced technology to buy and sell securities on multiple trading venues worldwide. We provide liquidity to the financial markets, driving efficiencies for buyers and sellers.
Founded in 1989, we are an ambitious, innovative company and identified early on the importance technology would play in the fast-paced evolution of trading. This entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today and can be found in all of our offices around the world.
OUR TEAM
We now operate globally from offices in Europe, the US and Asia Pacific. Our employees work closely together in multidisciplinary teams, making our success possible.
Technology - At IMC, technology is not a department, it is at the heart of everything we do. Our technologists push the limits of possibility, and then look beyond. In our fast-paced environment, short feedback loops mean projects worked on in the morning can enter production the next day.
Trading – Although our traders come from many backgrounds they all have one thing in common: they are at their best solving complex problems. Their insight into global events, market shifts and pricing ensure we are trading in the right place, at the right time.
Business Support - Around the world, IMC’s business support teams are essential for sustaining our success. In our dynamic environment, we have many exciting challenges and multidisciplinary opportunities to shape our operations and make a real impact.
OUR CULTURE
Our employees are our greatest asset so we give them lots of responsibility and the support they need to make a difference. Our flat structure fosters a culture of openness and collaboration, encouraging the sharing of ideas and knowledge. It makes no difference if you have been with us for three days or three years, the best idea wins.
While we work hard, we also have a lot of fun; whether solving complex challenges or in team building, leisure and sporting activities. IMC also enables its employees to contribute towards a better society through our foundation.
Events at IMC:
Our culture is built on teamwork, optimism, and open communication of knowledge and ideas. This role combines high-performance administrative support of our annual events plan, along with a host of broader ad hoc project tasks.
As a culture ambassador and someone who makes things happen, you relish the opportunity to organize outstanding and unforgettable events. You will be involved in all elements of event management including venue selection, reviewing food and beverage menus and vendor management.
As an Events Coordinator, you will:
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors including restaurants, conference venues, caterers, florists, etc.
- Research venues, entertainers, photographers, videographers and schedule speakers.
- Conduct final inspections on the day of more significant events with the Event Specialist to ensure everything is executed per the event plan.
- Provide on-site support for events.
- Assess an event’s overall success and share findings with the Event Specialist.
- Keep up-to-date with the latest events trends and identify and escalate opportunities and new ideas.
- Providing support for front of house including reception when needed.
- Ad-hoc administrative and project work where required.
Who You Are:
- Previous experience as an Events Coordinator.
- High level of communication, both verbal and written.
- Incredible attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Extremely well-organized with excellent multi-tasking abilities.
- Agility and flexibility in response to changing priorities and needs.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to continuously acquire new competencies and accept new challenges.
- The ability to work without supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Minimum intermediate Microsoft Office and computer skills .
OUR HIRING PROCESS
To set you up for success, you can find our hiring process including tips on applying and interviewing with us on our website. Now it’s up to you! Apply today to start an amazing journey with IMC.