Project Lead

Company DescriptionCCIS The Conference Company is a leading international conference management company specialising in providing bespoke conference management, global experiences and delegate services to the International Healthcare Market & Multinational Corporate Organisations.We are growing our team to meet the demands of our expanding business and are seeking a Project Lead to join our team based at Shannon, Co. Clare. A qualified candidate should ideally have a minimum of two years’ experience working in the hospitality/events sector. The position will be full-time and report to the General Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to join a dynamic organisation as it expands its footprint within Ireland and globally. The position is office based in Shannon, County Clare and only candidates that are easily able to commute to this location should apply.Responsibilities & Tasks (but not limited to):Research and select suitable venues, negotiating contracts and rates to develop and manage event budgets for clients’ requirementsPlanning, organising, and executing meetings and events ensuring they run smoothly and  meet client expectations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding event experiencesTravelling to onsite locations to assist colleagues manage events when requiredManaging admin functions and report on project progressImplement and manage change when necessary to meet project outputsEvaluate and assess result of projectSkills required:Strong Customer Service experienceStrong written and oral communication skillsAbility to work within a teamExcellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to manage many tasks at the same time whilst meeting strict deadlinesProven experience in project management within the events industry (MICE) Competencies Critical thinking and problem solvingExcellent decision-making whilst meeting strict deadlinesConflict resolution experienceAdaptabilityAbility to work within a team  The Role:Full time position 5 days a week predominantly Monday to FridayOffice based at Shannon, County ClareSome travel will be involved nationally and internationallySalary negotiable subject to experiencePension PlanInterested candidates are asked to submit their CV’s to info@ccis.ie