Conference Services Event Planner

Baird

Event Planner in Conference Services managing logistics for high-level events. Supporting large-scale conferences and independently executing smaller programs in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,400 - $87,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support larger events by managing logistics such as meeting space, room set-up, catering, audio visual needs, and participant travel
Prepare and distribute registration reports, including attendance, rooming lists, travel manifests, and activity summaries
Create and maintain conference websites to support event communication and engagement
Partner with the Director of Conference Services and Senior Event Planners to manage logistics and travel for various business unit events
Independently plan and execute smaller events (10–50 attendees), including venue selection, registration, communications, and on-site coordination
Develop budgets, cost proposals, and post-event recaps for conferences and special events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field
3+ years of meeting planning experience preferred
Financial services industry experience preferred
Advanced computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
Strong grammar, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage peak workloads and multiple priorities
Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential up to 20% of salary
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

meeting planningevent logistics managementbudget developmentcost proposalsregistration report preparationconference website creationon-site coordinationtravel managementaudio visual needs managementcatering management

Soft Skills

attention to detailcustomer serviceorganizational skillstime managementcommunication skillsediting skillsproofreading skillsability to manage multiple prioritiesindependencecollaboration