Sr Project Associate - Event Marketing

*must work hybrid in the Detroit office 3 days/week*

• must be able to travel for events, which will sometimes include evenings/weekends*
  
  
  

Jack Morton is seeking a Senior Project Associate who will assist with planning and executing exciting consumer experiences, across multiple programs. This position will work with both internal and external partners and clients to oversee the development and execution of events.

Here’s The Job

• Project Delivery and Process Support
• Run specific deliverables or assignments or small projects through a complete life cycle, independently or with little guidance, delivering on time, on budget and flawlessly, including program wrap-up and archiving
• Independently manage all elements of project process for core scope assignments
• Eventually demonstrate subject matter expertise within specific areas of projects
• Recognize when tasks within the quality process are outdated and look to management for advice on how to update and proceed
• Adapt current templates to fit project-specific requirements
• Support tasks related to the budgeting process with guidance
• Be able to master the purchasing and contractual process for renewal programs, as well as other required processes such as vehicle coordination, insurance, T&E
• Assist in delivering conceptual ideas for a wide range of clients and projects

• Client Focus / Relationship Management
• Accountable for defined client deliverables
• Builds trust with clients through timely, accurate and responsive communications, managing communications in a proactive way with a sense of urgency
• Follow status reports and schedules to ensure all needs / deadlines are met
• Start to advise, guide and counsel clients on solutions to their needs; lead client conversations as appropriate
• Confidently and clearly present to client groups as directed
  

As An Employee You’re Expected To

Exhibit results-driven focus by taking ownership, being accountable for actions and results, and consistently striving for excellence, demonstrating a clear understanding of the impact on outcomes.

Your Role In Driving Our Culture

• You're a collaborative superstar who can also own portions of your assignments independently
• You champion a positive, dynamic culture, adding your own flair You're all about the job, without taking yourself too seriously
• You grasp the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace, actively fueling creativity and innovation
  
  
  

What We Require From You

• Accurate, outstanding prioritization, problem solving, organizational, time management, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects at once, and work respectfully with team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams
• Willing & able to travel up to 20 to 30% and work nights and weekends as necessary for events
• We are a hybrid workplace, must be able to come into the Detroit office twice/week
• Nice to have but not required: event management experience
  
  
  

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Jack Morton takes these activities very seriously and are taking appropriate steps to shut down this fraudulent activity.

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