Sr. Event 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 manage the end-to-end planning of Retail & Internal Events. Duties & 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 - Represent F&G to our strategic partners 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 Supervisory Responsibilities: This role does not have formal people leadership responsibilities but may provide guidance, mentorship, or subject matter expertise to others. 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. Education Level - Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related degree Years of Experience - 3+ year of relevant experience - 3+ 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 #IND-HP #LI-MK1 #LI-Remote Additional Information 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]. Join our employee-centric hybrid work environment: F&G Careers 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 Notice for all Applicants who are California residents under the California Privacy Rights Act. Please click here to review the policy.