Events Advisor (12 Month Contract)

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.
 

About the role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced event professional to join our Broker Marketing and Communications team as an Events Advisor for a 12-month contract opportunity. The successful candidate will bring 3 to 5 years of event coordination and support excellence to help create effective and memorable internal and external broker events – delivered virtually, in-person or in a hybrid mix.  

As an Events Advisor, your support will be key to the success of our team and our business. People will count on you to assist in delivering platinum standard corporate events and marketing activities. Working in collaboration with multiple stakeholders across the business, the position’s primary focus will be to support the development and execution of broker and internal events that create value for our partners and employees. This role interacts with regional and corporate teams, external vendors, and brokers.   

This position is a full-time maternity leave contract (12-months) based in our Toronto, ON or Calgary, AB office. 

What you'll do here:

• Project support for corporate events, which could include seminars, conferences, meetings, trade shows, product launches, retreats, travel and appreciation events – note events are delivered either in-person, online (virtually) or a hybrid mix of both  

• Coordinate and execute event logistics, including venue set-up and communications with regional offices and vendors 

• Assist with researching and recommending broker and employee events that increase brand awareness, create growth opportunities for brokers and align with corporate goals  

• Support the negotiation of event contracts with multiple vendors across a variety of sectors   

• Assist in developing project plans, event budgets, marketing material and collateral  

• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, budget and agreed-upon timelines 

• Support other marketing initiatives as needed, including broker marketing and sponsorship opportunities, campaigns, etc.  

• Collaborate with other Events Advisors on the team to identify and share best practices 

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree or college designation in Marketing & Communications or Events 

• 3 to 5 years experience specialized in event planning and coordination

• Proven experience assisting in planning and managing large event budgets using effective negotiation skills 

• A growth mindset with previous demonstration of resilience, flexibility, and open-mindedness  

• Detail-oriented with exceptional organization, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to collaborate and navigate cross-functionally, interacting effectively with internal and external stakeholders 

• Experience supporting team members to lift and inspire the working environment of the greater team  

• Experience assisting with virtual and hybrid events with high proficiency navigating digital meeting & event platforms e.g. Zoom, Cvent, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, etc.  

• Excellent time management skills with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities 

• Available to travel (30%) and work at event venues past normal work hours as required 

• Valid driver’s license, valid passport and access to a vehicle is an asset

• Creative, innovative and solution-oriented; can support an events strategy with original, stand-out ideas to maximize engagement internally and externally  

• No Canadian work experience required but must have authorization to work in Canada.

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a temporary member of our team:

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.