Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire an Event Coordinator for a hybrid opportunity in El Segundo, CA. This is a 6-month contract opportunity with a global consumer products company known for its creativity, collaboration, and purpose-driven culture.

You’ll join the Corporate Events and Philanthropy team to support event planning, logistics, and administration for company-wide programs and initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a team that brings people together through world-class events and experiences.

Event Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Manage busy executive calendars and coordinate meetings across multiple time zones.

• Communicate professionally with internal and external partners via phone and email.

• Schedule recurring meetings and organize logistics for corporate events and trade shows.

• Process purchase orders, track invoices, and assist with budget documentation.

• Prepare and submit executive expense reports accurately and on time.

• Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, lodging, and ground transportation.

• Support event planning and execution from concept through completion.

• Collaborate with C-suite assistants and cross-functional departments to ensure alignment.

• Provide back-up administrative coverage as needed.

Event Coordinator Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Hospitality, English, or a related field.

• 2+ years of administrative or event coordination experience, preferably supporting executive-level leaders.

• Strong multitasking and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Canva.

• Calm under pressure, proactive, and team-oriented.

• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.

• Willingness to travel occasionally (2–3 times per year).

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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