Events Coordinator, Officer

Who we are looking for
This position is responsible for implementing a regional events and sponsorship strategy that support Global Marketing's strategic objectives, focusing on:

• Driving operational excellence within the events team - implementation of global best practices and efficiency through maintaining and enhancing control procedures in APAC regions
• Actively partnering with key vendors, consultants and outsourced providers to provide cost effective and innovative methods of operation

Why this role is important to us
You will be joining the Institutional Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship - for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer - across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for
As Events Coordinator, you will

• Responsible for supporting the regional implementation of the APAC client event strategy, this role will work closely with the regional and business heads and sales / relationship teams to execute signature proprietary events and activations supporting global industry partnerships and events
• Support the development and offerings for executive visibility profiles at events to drive thought leadership themes and global influence
• Responsible for developing an integrated marketing approach for event activations, including PR, social, content strategy, client and internal communications, lead generation and marketing analytics.
• Develop communications plans across event lifecycle including client communications, agenda programming and promotions.

• Partner with global events colleagues as well as marketing country leads across State Street, CRD and SSGA to ensure alignment across client event experience and offerings
• APAC regional reporting including calendaring, event guides, and budget

What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Experience in complex event management; creating lead generation programs, interactive marketing, metric management and analysis in a B2B environment.
• Exceptional professionalism, control, and confidence, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the company
• Advanced knowledge of meeting and conference practices
• Excellent organizational, administrative, problem-solving skills and negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to plan, manage and execute multiple events simultaneously
• Considerable knowledge of site selection and contract negotiation
• Demonstrated ability to make appropriate financial and customer service decisions
• Proficient in MS Office and CRM tools
• Experience with social media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
• Experience with SalesForce
• Experience in digital events tools, both collaboration and virtual events platforms

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 4-6 years corporate event management experience; preferably in B2B financial services environment
• Bachelor's degree or four-year college degree
• Additional language skills (spoken and written) are desirable
• Self-sufficient, prepared to work on both strategic and tactical activities; ability to work autonomously
• Willing to manage schedule across APAC region; occasional weekends and evenings required
• 20-30% travel; assessed in accordance with company policies

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to Flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers