Event Specialist, Orbis (14-month contract)

Job Type:  Temporary Contract  
Work Model:  Hybrid  
Reference code: 133049
Primary Location:  Toronto, ON
All Available Locations:  Toronto, ON

 

Our Purpose

 

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

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Deloitte is seeking a Toronto based Event and Hospitality Specialist with experience in and knowledge of corporate meetings, events, and conference operations.

What will your typical day look like?

 

The Event Specialist reports into a Manager on the National Orbis Events & Operations team. You will be responsible for event planning and onsite operational support of the flagship Conference Centre in Toronto, with additional event planning support for Vancouver & Montreal.

 

Accountabilities include:

 

• Responsible for end-to-end in-person, virtual, and hybrid conferences/meetings/special events planning for our flagship conference centers.
• Ownership of process improvement projects, providing status updates and ensuring completion and
implementation.
• Be a strong team player, contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Co-ordination of all logistical aspects of events, in line with Deloitte policies, to include:
o Venue selection (when applicable)
o Review and approval of vendor contracts
o Cost projection and budget analysis for each event
o Online registration/event management (when applicable)
o Meeting room set-ups
o IT and audio-visual requirements
o Catering arrangements/menu selection
o On-site registration for large scale events
o Co-ordination of on-site simultaneous interpretation (when applicable)
o Ground transportation arrangements (when applicable)
o Supplier and vendor management
o Advise and collaborate with clients in sharing industry best practices
o Onsite support for all events

 

• Operational support of Toronto flag ship office, with a national lens, including:
o Support of creation and management of operational documents 
o Process development
o Hospitality vendor oversight and participation in KPI program

 

• Identify areas of improvement or opportunities for efficiencies in current processes and support operational duties for experience and operations as required.
• Additional tasks as required.

About the team

 

The National Orbis Events & Operations Team, within CBS, is responsible for delivering distinctly Deloitte experiences and operational excellence for our people, our clients, and community within our flagship offices (Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver). Team members are expected to be strategic thinkers and team players, ensuring collaboration among all operating and enabling areas to create a cohesive ecosystem with hospitality management as a large area of focus.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

 

You bring the following must-have skills and experience:

 
• Minimum of 5-7 years' experience in an event coordination role or operations.
• Proficiency in event management software (Cvent) and other event technology solutions (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams, SpotME).
• Advanced computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and client service skills 
• Flexibility to work overtime and onsite.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

 

It would be great for you to have some of these nice to haves as well:

 

• Bilingual in French and English
• Corporate events experience in a hotel or venue setting

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $96,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

 

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

 

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

 

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan ,  Reconciliation Action Plan and the  BlackNorth Initiative .

 

We encourage you to connect with us at  View email address on careers.deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or  View email address on careers.deloitte.ca for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

 

When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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