Events Coordinator

5700 Yonge St, North York, ON M2M 4G3, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Questrade Financial Group (QFG), through its companies - Questrade, Inc., Questrade Wealth Management Inc., Community Trust Company, ThinkInsure, Zolo, and Flexiti, provides securities and foreign currency investment, professionally managed investment portfolios, mortgages, insurance, real estate services, financial services and more. Questrade uses cutting-edge technologies to develop innovative products that give customers better, more affordable ways to take control of their money.

We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other. Your team members will help you conquer challenges, push boundaries and discover what you are truly capable of.

This is a place where you can explore, discover and learn with continuous growth. As a diverse and inclusive place to work, with a hybrid working environment you can unleash your creativity and curiosity with no limits. If you share the same sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at QFG.

What’s in it for you as an employee of QFG?

• Health & wellbeing resources and programs
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Work-life balance in a hybrid environment with at least 3 days in office
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute to community causes
• Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment

We’re looking for our next Event Coordinator. Could it be you?

The Events Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality events, as directed by the Manager, National Sales Support & Events. This includes supporting the business development team in maintaining top quality presence and supporting the department at regional and national events. The Events Coordinator will be assisting in sourcing, planning, administrating, and executing regular industry and partner engagement events throughout the markets we operate in.

In this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plan and execute regular events across the GTA and surrounding area, including speaking engagements, conferences, tradeshows, partner appreciation events and thought leadership sessions.
• Execute event logistics, including coordination with vendors, facilities, rentals, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with administrative aspects of events, including new requests for support, event calendar management, promotional item inventory, critical paths, and invoicing.
• Collaborate with various internal business units and conduct independent research to identify new opportunities for participation in industry events.
• Work with the internal marketing team to develop pre and post event engagement campaigns.
• Provide on-site event support (set-up, tear-down, on-site social media coverage, additional tasks as required).
• Conduct internal event post-mortems to gather feedback and provide insight into successes and learning opportunities.
• Respond promptly to both internal and external requests from clients and partners.
• Provide general marketing support to the Marketing & Brand Management team.

So are YOU our next Event Coordinator? You are if you…

• Have 1-2 years of experience in event creation, coordination and execution.
• Have a diploma or degree in event management or project management
• Have the ability to travel to events across the GTA
• Have valid driver’s license and regular access to a vehicle
• Have proven a high level of organizational and time management skills, using self-direction and sound judgment to coordinate multiple demands and deadlines.
• Have confidence and professionalism while representing Community Trust to event attendees.
• Have exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills in an event setting.
• Have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe InDesign and CRM software

Additional information:

• Occasional domestic travel may be required
• Working during occasional "off-hour" events

Sounds like you? Click below to apply!

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At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation during the recruitment/selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.