F&G is looking to hire for a Sr. Events Planner
This role will focus on aligning with our Sales teams and coordinating distribution-related programs across the Marketing team. The successful candidate should have some knowledge of annuity products, experience supporting or as part of a financial services sales team, and an aptitude for marketing.
This position will report to the Director, Corporate Events and will manage the end to end planning of Retail & Internal Events
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the main planning contact with oversight on budget, vendor management, client relationship, logistics and tax reporting.
- Coordinate with SVP level and above to ensure the F&G experience is carried through to the advisor through thoughtful planning, attention to detail, relevant content and the highest level of customer service
- Contribute to building compelling agenda content that creates value for our advisor audience through coordination with internal senior leaders, product partners and our external strategic partners.
- Represent F&G to our strategic partners (BlackRock, Barclays) to leverage their thought leadership and advisor education opportunities to bring to the advisor audience
- Manage event registration systems to allow for an advisor friendly process
- Proactively consider opportunities for ongoing improvement of the advisor experience
Experience and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related degree
- 3 to 5 years of experience in insurance or financial marketing corporate events
- Exposure to marketing to independent marketing organizations highly desirable
- Financial Services knowledge; insurance industry preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Creative and inquisitive thinker
- Strong writing and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to work within a multi-functional financial services environment to prioritize and spearhead sales team marketing priorities as they relate to overall, and often shifting team objectives and strategies
- Aptitude to learn key product capabilities and incorporate into effective marketing approaches
- Must have excellent listening skills to discern most important aspects of sales team requests
- Must be detail-oriented with proficient organization skills
- Must work in a collaborative environment and take direction from a number of individuals at the same time based on project demand
- Outstanding interpersonal skills; resourceful, action oriented, and ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced organization.
- Comfortable in a high energy environment that values creativity, self-motivation, honesty and accountability.
- Work environment will be fast-paced and deadline-oriented so must be able to handle multiple projects with multiple players from a variety of locations at any given time.
- Heavy computer use and sitting for long periods of time;
- Some 25%+ travel expected.
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Work Environments
F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.
F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
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About F&G
Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life’s unexpected events.
As a national Top Workplace1, an Iowa Top Workplace2 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.
1Top Workplaces USA 2022 – 2023
2Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 – 2022
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What We Do
Established in 1959, F&G is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and offers unique life insurance and annuity solutions to meet individual financial security needs through a national network of financial professionals. Our products have protected over 700,000 people across the United States.
F&G is a company of individuals who believe in the power of partnerships, encourage innovation and creativity, and are transparent about decisions while delivering on their commitments. These values allow F&G to help you turn your aspirations into reality.
