Dir- Meetings & Events - PR & Communications

Region: Miami, FL USA

Ready for a fresh, new career? Look no further because one of the world's most iconic brands can help you get there.

Why Join Us?

At Subway, "better" is baked into our DNA. We are a brand that believes in continued improvement in our lives, our businesses, and our planet. From the handshake that started our very first sandwich shop to earning our position as one of the world's leading restaurant brands, we've always embraced change and the path ahead. And today, we're making better living way easier.

Our purpose is about more than the food we serve in our restaurants. It's centered on fueling healthy businesses and healthier lives. It is one of the most exciting times to join the Subway team and contribute to our transformational journey.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity to support our PR & Communications team as a Director, Meetings & Events based in Miami, FL. The Director, Meetings & Events role requires a combination of strategic vision, strong organizational skills, leadership, creativity, attention to detail, and communication skills. They collaborate across the organization to deliver best-in-class Subway events for our franchisees and other key stakeholders, including a bi-annual global convention with about 4,000 attendees and annual conferences with about 500 attendees.

If you feel that this is the role for you, and you are successful with your application, be ready to be Bold, Empowered, Accountable, and ready to have Fun in a fast paced and agile working environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Directs and leads the overall planning and strategy for meetings and events, including bi-annual convention, conferences and business meetings.
• Manages pre, on-site and post event logistics and vendors, includes site selection, lodging, catering, audio visual, hospitality events, trade show and more.
• Oversees budget and expense reconciliation, ensuring meetings and events are executed appropriately.
• Work with vendors to deliver exceptional event food and beverage, decor and entertainment.
• Manage and mentor team members to learn, grow and contribute to a high-performing team.

Qualifications (some examples listed below):

• CMP, CMM, CEM, or other Meeting Industry certifications preferred.
• College degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience meeting planning.
• 3+ years of people management experience.
• Demonstrated project management.
• Previous experience using Cvent database/software.
• Strong writing and verbal communications for interacting with stakeholders and executives.
• Strategic and creative thinker.
• Exceptional attention to detail, multi-tasking and time management.
• Budget management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Smartsheet and other relevant business software.
• Strong curiosity about the business and industry.
• Organized, problem-solver.
• Outstanding interpersonal and consensus-building skills.
• Collaborative, team player who builds productive and efficient working relationships.
• At events, ability to work nights and weekends for successful execution.
• Travel up to 30% of the time.

What do we Offer?

• Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
• Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
• Competitive Bonus
• Mobility Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Holidays
• Employee Resource Groups
• Volunteering time
• And Many More

The Company is only considering applicants who are currently authorized to work in the country the position is based. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, qualifications, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Other details

• Job Family Events & Community
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Regular

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