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Octagon is a British sports and entertainment marketing agency that specializes in creating innovative and impactful campaigns to connect brands with audiences through sports, entertainment, and lifestyle experiences. Their ultimate mission is to leverage the power of passion and engagement in these areas to help brands achieve their marketing goals, build lasting connections with consumers, and drive business growth. Octagon's purpose is to be a strategic partner for brands, providing them with tailored solutions, insights, and creative ideas that enhance their brand visibility, engagement, and relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of sports and entertainment in the United Kingdom.

Marketing & Advertising

Octagon

Advertising

You need 5 years in events, hospitality expertise, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, budget experience, flexibility to travel, and a passion for sports and entertainment.

You will manage hospitality programs, oversee client and vendor relationships, handle logistics, create itineraries, and ensure exceptional service at events while managing budgets and reporting results.

Customer Relations

Hospitality & Retail

Stamford

THE JOB / Hospitality Manager EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. ***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (2-3 days week in office) in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.” We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking person to join our skilled and energetic Hosting x Hospitality Team. The programs incorporate unique sport/culinary/entertainment elements coupled with travel destinations all over the world! If collecting frequent-flyer miles excites you, this job is for you! In this outstanding role, your principal responsibilities will include development and creation of pre-event planning documents, daily program operations, presentation materials and you will play a key role in the onsite implementation of hospitality programs. You will be working with a team committed to providing a seamless, high-touch hospitality experience to our brand clients for their most important guests. With the team located across a few Octagon offices, there will be broad exposure to the hospitality industry with a tremendous potential to learn and gain hands-on experience. This position will be exposed to high profile partners and will be expected to collaborate with internal teammates, agency colleagues, preferred vendors, and highly worthy clientele. This position requires travel and is best suited for a candidate interested in working in a team environment with a diverse group of people from different countries and cultural backgrounds. Please also know that the well-being of our employees, partners, fans, and consumers are top of mind to our agency, and we are taking measures to ensure proper health and safety initiatives and protocols are in place for our events and activations. The work you’ll do * Project manage multiple hospitality programs simultaneously; using superior attention to detail and client management skills * Design, develop and present strategic program recommendations and program execution guides * Research and implement tactical plans, handling client and vendor relationships * Develop guidelines, sell in presentations, and best practices documents to distribute internally and to clients * Management of precise financial records including budget creation, client invoicing, budget forecasting, reconciliation, and personal travel expenses * Exemplary service onsite for clients and guests at all program events * Serve as onsite host during implementation of programs * Provide internal and client updates as needed * May supervise staff and/or interns in the implementation of programs and events * Lead all aspects of online guest registration systems and databases * Design templates and acquire invitee information from various clients * Creation of personalized itineraries for various events (i.e., golf, football, private events, entertainment) * Lead weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents * Handle all logistics to include, but not limited to, gifting, decor, lodging, transportation, food and beverage, production services, and celebrity appearances. * Review and distribute event status meeting notes, execution guides, staff implementation guides * Compile event results reporting and wrap-up report development * General account management and assistance with client requests * Weekend/holiday work as needed The bigger team you’ll join Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent. We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world. The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker? Who we’re looking for * Have a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture! * 5ish years’ experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred * Extraordinarily well-organized and efficient * A great teammate who wants to know what others are working on and wants to help * A self-starter with the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously * Ability to form effective links with clients; flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities * Always one or 10 steps ahead; always thinking forward and figuring out answers and solutions before they become questions or challenges * A sense of humor and good storytelling; we like to laugh * Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral * Ability to thrive despite any pressure and is outstanding at problem solving; offering creative solutions (though there will always be help, your mantra is: I will figure it out!) * A go-getter, you demonstrate initiative and accept new challenges (there'll be plenty of last-minute client requests) * Knowledgeable in the Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word * Experience handling a budget and Excel does not scare you * Though not a requirement, a second language is a plus * A jetsetter: your bags are packed, and you are thrilled at the idea of travel * Can work weekends/holidays as needed. * Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%) L3: The base range for this position is $60,000 – 65,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background pertinent experience, and qualifications. Octagon’s comprehensive benefit package includes: * Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play! * Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too! * Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status * Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) * Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program * Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more * Discount portal for everyday goods and services * Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives * Personal Development programs Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

THE JOB / Hospitality ManagerEXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (2-3 days week in office) in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.”We are looking for a dedicated and hardworking person to join our skilled and energetic Hosting x Hospitality Team. The programs incorporate unique sport/culinary/entertainment elements coupled with travel destinations all over the world! If collecting frequent-flyer miles excites you, this job is for you!In this outstanding role, your principal responsibilities will include development and creation of pre-event planning documents, daily program operations, presentation materials and you will play a key role in the onsite implementation of hospitality programs. You will be working with a team committed to providing a seamless, high-touch hospitality experience to our brand clients for their most important guests. With the team located across a few Octagon offices, there will be broad exposure to the hospitality industry with a tremendous potential to learn and gain hands-on experience. This position will be exposed to high profile partners and will be expected to collaborate with internal teammates, agency colleagues, preferred vendors, and highly worthy clientele.This position requires travel and is best suited for a candidate interested in working in a team environment with a diverse group of people from different countries and cultural backgrounds.Please also know that the well-being of our employees, partners, fans, and consumers are top of mind to our agency, and we are taking measures to ensure proper health and safety initiatives and protocols are in place for our events and activations.The work you’ll do * Project manage multiple hospitality programs simultaneously; using superior attention to detail and client management skills * Design, develop and present strategic program recommendations and program execution guides * Research and implement tactical plans, handling client and vendor relationships * Develop guidelines, sell in presentations, and best practices documents to distribute internally and to clients * Management of precise financial records including budget creation, client invoicing, budget forecasting, reconciliation, and personal travel expenses * Exemplary service onsite for clients and guests at all program events * Serve as onsite host during implementation of programs * Provide internal and client updates as needed * May supervise staff and/or interns in the implementation of programs and events * Lead all aspects of online guest registration systems and databases * Design templates and acquire invitee information from various clients * Creation of personalized itineraries for various events (i.e., golf, football, private events, entertainment) * Lead weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents * Handle all logistics to include, but not limited to, gifting, decor, lodging, transportation, food and beverage, production services, and celebrity appearances. * Review and distribute event status meeting notes, execution guides, staff implementation guides * Compile event results reporting and wrap-up report development * General account management and assistance with client requests * Weekend/holiday work as neededThe bigger team you’ll joinRecognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group.We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?Who we’re looking for * Have a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture! * 5ish years’ experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred * Extraordinarily well-organized and efficient * A great teammate who wants to know what others are working on and wants to help * A self-starter with the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously * Ability to form effective links with clients; flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities * Always one or 10 steps ahead; always thinking forward and figuring out answers and solutions before they become questions or challenges * A sense of humor and good storytelling; we like to laugh * Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral * Ability to thrive despite any pressure and is outstanding at problem solving; offering creative solutions (though there will always be help, your mantra is: I will figure it out!) * A go-getter, you demonstrate initiative and accept new challenges (there'll be plenty of last-minute client requests) * Knowledgeable in the Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word * Experience handling a budget and Excel does not scare you * Though not a requirement, a second language is a plus * A jetsetter: your bags are packed, and you are thrilled at the idea of travel * Can work weekends/holidays as needed. * Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%)L3: The base range for this position is $60,000 – 65,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background pertinent experience, and qualifications.Octagon’s comprehensive benefit package includes: * Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play! * Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too! * Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status * Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) * Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program * Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more * Discount portal for everyday goods and services * Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives * Personal Development programsOctagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Hospitality Manager - Octagon

Hospitality Manager

You have 3+ years in event/hospitality, Excel expertise, strong multitasking, attention to detail, excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and a passion for culture. Willingness to travel is key.

You will plan and execute events, manage travel logistics, oversee registrations, conduct research, assist in communications, lead meetings, and handle post-event reporting and client requests.

Marketing

THE JOB / Senior Event Executive, Hospitality (Luxury Automotive Client) EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. * Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible and open to hybrid work in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA, Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.*** We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person to join our skilled and dynamic Hospitality Team. This Senior Event Executive will help lead and manage multiple projects with the ability to get involved in exciting programs with various clients. This position will get a broad view of Octagon's offices and clients while assisting with a variety of elite events. If the idea of international travel management, creative writing and design, and working with different cultures around the world excites you, this job is for you. In this unique role, your principal responsibilities will include event travel management, design and procurement of creative assets, online registration management, and post-event communication and reporting. You will be working with a service-oriented team who is devoted to providing a seamless, white-glove hospitality experience to our clients. With the team located across a few Octagon offices, you will have broad exposure to the hospitality industry with a tremendous potential to learn and gain hands-on experience. THE WORK YOU'LL DO * Lead coordination of all travel logistics for multiple worldwide events including but not limited to air travel booking, ground transportation, and lodging * Creation and procurement of all online and print creative assets * Oversight of online guest registration portal including development and database management * Program destination research and client proposal development * Assist in event planning including but not limited to management of program timelines, pre-event guest communication, onsite hospitality and post event debriefs * Co-lead all weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents * Develop post-event surveys and client wrap-up reports * General account management and assistance with client requests * Weekend/holiday work as needed THE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOIN Recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Sports", Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent. We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world. The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker? WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR * 3+ years experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred * Expert in Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel * Excellent attention to detail * Ability to multitask and work ahead, anticipate upcoming deadlines and work efficiently * A self-starter with the ability to prioritize multiple projects on strict timelines, simultaneously * You form effective links with clients; You are flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities * Excellent communication skills, both written and oral * You thrive in high pressure environments and are exceptional at problem solving; offering creative solutions * A go-getter, you demonstrate initiative and accept new challenges (there will be plenty of last-minute client requests) * Though not a requirement, a second language is a plus * A passion for sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture * Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel amount: Moderate (20-45%) This position pays $50,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. Octagon's comprehensive benefit package includes: * Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play! * Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too! * Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status  * Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) * Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program * Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more * Discount portal for everyday goods and services * Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives * Personal Development programs  Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

THE JOB / Senior Event Executive, Hospitality (Luxury Automotive Client)EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. * Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible and open to hybrid work in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA, Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.***      We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person to join our skilled and dynamic Hospitality Team. This Senior Event Executive will help lead and manage multiple projects with the ability to get involved in exciting programs with various clients. This position will get a broad view of Octagon's offices and clients while assisting with a variety of elite events. If the idea of international travel management, creative writing and design, and working with different cultures around the world excites you, this job is for you.In this unique role, your principal responsibilities will include event travel management, design and procurement of creative assets, online registration management, and post-event communication and reporting. You will be working with a service-oriented team who is devoted to providing a seamless, white-glove hospitality experience to our clients. With the team located across a few Octagon offices, you will have broad exposure to the hospitality industry with a tremendous potential to learn and gain hands-on experience.THE WORK YOU'LL DO * Lead coordination of all travel logistics for multiple worldwide events including but not limited to air travel booking, ground transportation, and lodging * Creation and procurement of all online and print creative assets * Oversight of online guest registration portal including development and database management * Program destination research and client proposal development * Assist in event planning including but not limited to management of program timelines, pre-event guest communication, onsite hospitality and post event debriefs * Co-lead all weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents * Develop post-event surveys and client wrap-up reports * General account management and assistance with client requests * Weekend/holiday work as needed      THE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOINRecognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Sports", Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group.We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR * 3+ years experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred * Expert in Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel * Excellent attention to detail * Ability to multitask and work ahead, anticipate upcoming deadlines and work efficiently * A self-starter with the ability to prioritize multiple projects on strict timelines, simultaneously * You form effective links with clients; You are flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities * Excellent communication skills, both written and oral * You thrive in high pressure environments and are exceptional at problem solving; offering creative solutions * A go-getter, you demonstrate initiative and accept new challenges (there will be plenty of last-minute client requests) * Though not a requirement, a second language is a plus * A passion for sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture * Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel amount: Moderate (20-45%)      This position pays $50,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.Octagon's comprehensive benefit package includes: * Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play! * Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too! * Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status  * Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) * Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program * Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more * Discount portal for everyday goods and services * Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives * Personal Development programs       Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

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