Conference Planner, Content

The content planner is a critical support role within the global content team. Conference planner has responsibility over content management and session delivery for global Gartner Conferences. Responsible for the development, management and execution of various conference elements relating to agenda management. Primary Responsibilities: Lead operational delivery of all agenda elements across multiple B2B in-person and virtual conferences including agenda management, capacity management, digital event platform management, financial management and staff planning Communication and collaboration across conference teams to ensure seamless delivery of first-class conferences Partner with program management and conference management in developing a client-focused agenda, develop and roll out new processes for session management and agenda guidelines Creation and continuous management of client-facing website that displays all session information for attendees; adhering to agenda go live and session access deadlines Continuous management and QA of client-facing mobile app that displays all session information for attendees Analyze data to improve attendee engagement and predict attendee behavior to determine best course of action on various conference elements Create and maintain conference’s master planner to ensure up to date session information and room allocation is available to all key stakeholders Attend conferences as the onsite lead for in-person and virtual agenda delivery including managing the conference’s session execution, conference staff and liaising with agency partners and vendors Partner with Content leadership team on projects by providing feedback and maximize output to scale the business Liaise with key conference partners and team members (internal and external) to ensure successful agenda execution; build and maintain good relationships by establishing trust and a working partnership Expected Results: Achieve operational excellence and execute global conferences on time, within budget and with great attention to detail Conference consistency through standardized and operational processes, project management and best practices both during planning and onsite execution Develop a comprehensive understanding of Gartner’s conference business including the value proposition of each conference for attendees and exhibitors Experience/Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree preferred 1-3 years event/project management experience Experience working in a corporate environment Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, cross-functionally and with agency partners Creative, innovative and strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail Motivated team player with desire to learn and grow Excellent written/oral communication and presentations skills Demonstrated ability to adapt, implement and manage change and strive for continuous improvement Excellent organizational skills and an ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and thrive in high pressure situations Willingness to travel approximately 20% of time across EMEA locations Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a

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. What do we offer? Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring. Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us. The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to

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