Motorola Solutions
We build and connect technologies that help make it safer everywhere.
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Events Planner

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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.


Department Overview
This position exists within the Motorola Solutions' North America Customer Experiences and Events team. The Events team is responsible for planning, developing and implementing internal and external events and experiences to support account teams and other internal teams to achieve their strategic and sales objectives. This position is based at the Motorola Solutions office at 500 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois
Job Description

Work with the events and wider marketing teams to develop and deliver events and experiences to support sales and strategic objectives

  • Responsible for project managing events and programs of all types and varying sizes, including presence at Exhibitions and Trade Shows, Hosted Conferences (e.g. sales events, partner conferences and roadshows), Networking and Hospitality events to support MSI’s goals and objectives. 

  • Responsibilities would include:

  • Development of project scope and milestone-driven plan

  • Construction of project teams and responsibilities matrix

  • Management of Events to time and within budget

  • Budget construction and management 

Project management as well as the ability to work collaboratively across the business are key skills for this role. The successful candidate will be able to work, interact and present at all levels of the organization. Events experience of 3- 5 years ideally gained in a technology industry is a minimum requirement. Successful candidate will be a strong team player and self starter.

Candidates should have the ability to: 

  • Build strong working relationships with internal customers

  • Effectively manage external resources (e.g. agencies)

  • Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of specific events and programs and report KPIs and performance metrics as required to internal customers. 

Specific Knowledge/Skills

  • 3-5 years events management experience gained preferably in a technology organization

  • Marketing or business qualification (professional or degree level) or experience; degree in related field or discipline 

  • Proven track record of managing events, either in-house or agency side

  • Proven track record of agency management 

  • Experience with Live and virtual events


Basic Requirements

  • Bachelors degree or 3+ years of work experience in events management


Travel Requirements
10-25%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
  • 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.

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What are Motorola Solutions Perks + Benefits

Motorola Solutions Benefits Overview

Our U.S. benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
- 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Remote work program
Our remote work program includes telecommuting at Manager discretion.
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Relocation assistance
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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