Meetings and Business Development Coordinator

The American Association for Justice (AAJ) is seeking a Meetings and Business Development Coordinator to support its Meetings and Convention department. The coordinator will be responsible for planning and executing department events and meetings, inventory and ordering event-related supplies, and providing customer service to constituents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, events management, business or related field
• 2-3 years of professional experience in meetings or event management
• Strong written and oral communication, time management, project management and interpersonal skills
• Highly detailed and result-focused with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with staff and clients
• Ability to perform basic accounting functions, processing invoices and coding
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, good time management skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Working knowledge of industry terminology, sponsorship fulfillment, and tradeshow management processes
• Demonstrated customer service ethic
• Ability to interact productively with member plans, AAJ staff and work in a highly collaborative environment
• Advanced skills in MS Office applications
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• 401K with an employer match
• Generous paid leave
• 11 federal holidays
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Years
• Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Company social events