Events Senior Specialist

Events Senior SpecialistEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.Job SummaryThe Events Senior Specialist is responsible for overseeing all event logistics, working in partnership with the Global Events Team operations and content departments. Coordination of events will also include collaboration with executives and their representatives, field marketing and partner marketing. Responsibilities include managing logistics for conferences, trade shows, customer meetings, data center openings, sales events, executive meetings, internal department off sites and other events as needed. The position reports into Events Logistics Department, which is part of the Global Events Team.ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the strategic planning process for meetings and events, including identifying event objectives and constructing initial budgetsVendor sourcing/selection, management and supervisionVenue sourcing/selection, management and supervisionManage budgets, track and report expenditures, and reconcile event billingMonitor timelines for multiple events, including sponsorship deliverables, payment schedules, communication deadlines, etc.Collaborate with Equinix colleagues to plan and execute events – this includes working closely with executives, field marketing, partner marketing, creative services, digital marketing, social media, brand and other teamsManage trade show booth creation, set-ups, staffing, etcReview event communication (websites, invitations, emails) for information accuracyLead event planning calls throughout the entirety of the event lifecycleCreate and/or contribute to post-event reports and debriefsProcess expense reports, PO requests, contracts, etcAdvocate for compliance with Equinix T&E and budget policies for all eventsTravel for site inspections, pre-planning meetings and to manage events, sometimes with short noticeQualificationsMust have experience managing high-touch, executive eventsMust be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentDeadline-oriented with attention to detail and processPossess strategic planning skills, including the ability to create unique and positive attendee experiencesExcellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalismOutstanding oral and written communication skillsMust be highly collaborative and transparentAble to work independently and accomplish goals with little supervisionProficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint & ExcelExposure to Cvent meeting management toolMust be able to move and lift boxes occasionallyMinimum five years of experience working in a professional business environmentMinimum five years of experience managing corporate events/conferences/trade showsBachelor’s Degree in related subject (Marketing, Communication, Hospitality) preferredEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.