Manager, Events & Sponsorships (Remote)

Crum & Forster Company Overview Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of 'A' (Excellent) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry. Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work Award for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion. C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization. For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website: Job Description Manager, Events & Sponsorships Information about the Role, Line of Business and Team: The Manager, Events & Sponsorships role works with the VP, Events & Sponsorships and the Corporate Communications team to support division and profit center leaders across C&F to develop, execute and manage corporate events that support business objectives and C&F wide strategies. This role can be performed remotely. What you will do: Engage and manage strategic internal and client-facing events for business partners which meet their needs and objectives Build trust and credibility for the Events & Sponsorship function across C&F businesses by developing strong client relationships and executing with excellence Deliver planning and idea creation through to successful event, understanding client goals and helping to develop goals into ideas that move the business needle and raise C&F's profile Create events & sponsorships Cvent registration sites, surveys, event app/attendee hub, portal updates, reporting, budgeting, post-event details Engage Corporate Communications and Marketing team to support design, marketing and messaging, PR and digital assets, helping deliver connected marketing, as needed Work with business leads to capture ROI/ROE via Salesforce, Surveys, and other C&F platforms (connecting the dots) Manage events & sponsorships budgets and invoices throughout the planning lifecycle Assist with new requests for custom promotional items as needed What YOU will bring to C&F: Ability to manage multiple projects independently Ability to manage and influence internal and external events, and deliver value for C&F Ability to negotiate and deliver maximum corporate value for sponsorship agreements Ability to effectively manage external vendor relationships Ability to manage multiple budgets and complex expenses in an accurate and timely manner A proactive attitude with a responsive and client-focused nature A sense of urgency, detail-oriented, and the ability to prioritize Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while managing multiple projects and deadlines Ability to use creative and critical thinking to identify and solve problems Demonstrated ability to work with change and ambiguity Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills Ability to think outside the box Strong organization, planning, project management, and time management skills Excellent collaboration, relationship-building and interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills and ability to function autonomously and effectively Understanding of corporate culture and ability to work well across organizational lines Drive and role model C&F values and core competencies Other duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience required 7+ years of overall related experience At least 5 years' experience as a Corporate Event Planner, preferably in Insurance and/or Financial Services Industry Cvent knowledge, super user desired CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) Designation preferred Strong knowledge of the hospitality industry and vendors nationwide; sourcing experience a plus Ability to travel 20-30%, domestic Experience in managing events of all sizes, including internal and external meetings and conferences, marquis events, industry conferences, sponsorships Significant Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc. Knowledge of CRM platforms (Salesforce) and Constant Contact, or other email distribution platforms a plus Recent experience managing tradeshows and conferences, branded merchandise programs a plus What C&F will bring to you Competitive compensation package Generous 401K employer match Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching Generous Paid Time Off Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family's wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community At C&F you will BELONG If you require special accommodations, please let us know. We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-01