What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engagement Coordinator-Events position at United Wholesale Mortgage?
Join the Engagement Events Team at United Wholesale Mortgage, where we bring our company culture to life through extraordinary events! As an Event Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in planning memorable experiences for our team members. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy both the big picture and the finer details of event planning, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Coordinate and Execute: Own the planning and execution of up to five company engagement events each year from concept to completion.
- Detailed Planning: Create comprehensive timelines, agendas, and schedules for seamless event execution.
- Secure Event Spaces: Book appropriate spaces, review contracts, and finalize logistics for successful events.
- Collaborate On-Campus: Partner with various teams to ensure all event needs are met through effective communication and meetings.
- Develop Content: Create documentation for event assets and work with the Internal Marketing team for promotional materials.
- Communication Plans: Develop and implement communication strategies for event-related announcements.
- Manage Budgets: Research vendors, order supplies, and maintain event budgets while tracking expenses.
- Post-Event Evaluation: Gather feedback post-event to assess success and identify areas for improvement.
- Support the Team: Collaborate with the Events and Engagement team, assisting wherever needed.
- Handle Administrative Tasks: Manage all administrative responsibilities related to event planning, including contracts and logistics.
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Must Have Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in event coordination or similar role.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service orientation and communication abilities.
- Creative thinker with the ability to develop unique event concepts.
- Team player with a positive mindset and adaptability under changing circumstances.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- High school diploma; on-site attendance required in Pontiac, MI.
Nice To Have Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, event management, marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of current trends in event planning.
- Experience managing budgets and staffing timelines.
- Creative or graphic design skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel (functions, pivot tables).
THE PLACE & THE PERKS
Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.
It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.
From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.
More reasons you’ll love working here include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
- Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer hours
- Paid training and career development
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Mortgage discount and area business discounts
- Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
- Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
- Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
- Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
- In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
- Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi
DISCLAIMER
All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.
