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Meeting & Events Coordinator

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Events CoordinatorHospitality & Tourism
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Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consulting on event needs including space

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Events CoordinatorHospitality & Tourism

As a Meeting & Events Coordinator at JLL, you'll be at the heart of creating exceptional workplace experiences that bring people together and leave lasting impressions. This role is about more than logistics—it's about crafting moments that matter for our clients and their teams. You'll manage the full lifecycle of meetings and events, from initial consultation through flawless execution and post-event analysis, ensuring every detail reflects our commitment to excellence. We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and you'll see this philosophy come to life as you collaborate with clients, vendors, and colleagues to deliver seamless events. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, and you'll experience this daily as you partner with internal business partners and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

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• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consulting on event needs including space requirements, physical setup, audiovisual support, and hospitality services while responding to requests in accordance with established Service Level Agreements

• Manage the end-to-end event lifecycle from intake through completion, including triaging incoming requests, evaluating space availability and resource alignment, coordinating with internal business partners to gather information, and proposing alternatives when needed

• Execute simple and complex meetings and events, handling all operations, functions, and logistics including venue scheduling using client software systems, coordinating shipments and guest lists, and troubleshooting setup issues to ensure seamless delivery

• Coordinate Certificate of Insurance (COI) administrative support by requesting and collecting documentation from vendors, submitting and tracking COIs through compliance platforms, and maintaining organized records while notifying stakeholders of any compliance gaps

• Provide basic audiovisual support including microphone setup, sound system activation, and plug-and-play computer connections to enhance the attendee experience

• Utilize ticketing systems including Corrigo, Google Calendar, Social Tables, Slack, and Google Workspace to document and manage event programs, logging all activities, requests, and issues accurately in designated client systems

• Conduct pre-event planning kick-off calls, serve as day-of point of contact, facilitate post-event debriefs, document lessons learned, review survey feedback, and identify service enhancement opportunities to drive continuous improvement

Requirements

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• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 1-2 years of experience in event planning, project management, hospitality, or a related field

• Exceptional customer service skills with a passion for hospitality and creating memorable client experiences

• Excellent time management and verbal/written communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally across all organizational levels, including C-suite executives

• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and delivering results

• Highly collaborative with strong interpersonal skills, initiative, integrity, and good judgment

• Flexible scheduling availability for early morning and evening event support, with weekend availability as event schedules require

• Bachelor's degree or proven experience as an event planner or organizer

• Proficiency in Google Suite applications and Slack

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or similar industry certification

• Experience coordinating workplace events in a corporate or professional services environment

• Familiarity with event technology platforms and virtual/hybrid event best practices

What We Offer

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50,300.00 – 62,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.



JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

✓401(k) plan with matching company contributions
✓Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
✓Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
✓Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
✓Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

On-site –Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Chicago, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
September 21, 2026
First seen
October 3, 2026
Last seen
October 3, 2026

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Meeting & Events Coordinator