Mizuho Bank, Ltd

This role requires deep experience with venue site evaluation and selection, hotel room blocks, contract negotiations, speaker selection, budgeting, client management, strategic event planning, event execution, and conference production and management.. You will be responsible for managing both small and large-scale events, including town halls, employee resource group programs, client dinners, receptions, golf outings, seminars, sector-specific conference, panel sessions, industry sponsorships, as well as support for other internal events that promote employee engagement.. site evaluation, venue selection, contract negotiation, budget approvals, hotel room blocks, invite process, attendee registration, promotional items/giveaways, booth setup, signage, shipping details, marketing materials, speaker arrangements, presentations, and on-site management and execution.. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America.. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research.

events manager

VP, Sponsorships & Events (Corporate Communications & Marketing Department) Mizuho Americas is looking for an Events Manager with a talent for making our events and sponsorships ever more exciting and unique. Whether we are hosting our own event/conference, or branding our presence at industry conferences, we want clients and employees to feel as though we created a unique and meaningful experience for them. You will join our team reporting to the Executive Director, Sponsorship & Events and will work collaboratively across the marketing department to coordinate all event details - invitation process, program/agenda, event logistics, virtual livestreams, promotional items, and communications - to drive awareness and attendance. Working closely with business leaders throughout the firm, you will bring creative ideas and solutions to help them meet their event-related business goals. This role requires deep experience with venue site evaluation and selection, hotel room blocks, contract negotiations, speaker selection, budgeting, client management, strategic event planning, event execution, and conference production and management. You will be responsible for managing both small and large-scale events, including town halls, employee resource group programs, client dinners, receptions, golf outings, seminars, sector-specific conference, panel sessions, industry sponsorships, as well as support for other internal events that promote employee engagement. Responsibilities: Plan, develop, and execute events and conferences across the Americas' region.
Work with business leaders to help identify marketing/conference opportunities that are aligned with their goals.
Understand the objectives of various front-office businesses -- investment banking, corporate finance, capital markets and securities -- in order to strategically advise and support their needs.
Coordinate end-to-end event logistics -- site evaluation, venue selection, contract negotiation, budget approvals, hotel room blocks, invite process, attendee registration, promotional items/giveaways, booth setup, signage, shipping details, marketing materials, speaker arrangements, presentations, and on-site management and execution.
Manage event calendar, budget and reporting
Liaise with all relevant departments, including marketing/communications, front-office businesses, recruiting/HR, facilities and other stakeholders
Communicate with business partners to ensure sufficient lead times around each event
Actively manage conference coordinators, vendors, consultants and other providers
Provide detailed post-event reports by conducting surveys, gathering stakeholder feedback and creating action plans around improvement following all activations
Pre-production event management including coordinating speaker details, session flow, presentations, prep calls, and more
Advise businesses/stakeholders on recommended sponsorships, speaking opportunities and conference participation.
Source and arrange meetings with potential speakers, thought leaders, facilitators and any other talent required to ensure a successful event and manage all communications/production details with talent or representatives throughout the process
Experience Required Meticulous attention-to-detail and highly organized
Understanding of marketing strategy and planning with the ability to identify the right fit for partnerships and sponsorships
Advanced knowledge of meeting and conference practices
Proven ability to plan manage and execute multiple events simultaneously
Considerable knowledge of speaker selection and contract negotiation
Adept project manager; impeccable time management and prioritization skills
Work collaboratively in a team environment
Exceptional professionalism and confidence demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively
Ability to effectively engage with senior leadership and navigate a matrixed environment.
Team player with collegial style; high energy, drive and enthusiasm
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint), event planning/management, registration, and survey tools
Willing to support global requirements as schedule requires
Willing to travel 15 - 20% for on-site event support
Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of events/sponsorships management experience within the financial services industry
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or a related field. The expected base salary ranges from $115,000.00 -$140,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. #LI-Hybrid #LI-NR1 Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law. #LI-MIZUHO

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