Senior Specialist-Event Planning in Wokingham

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Microchip Technology Inc. offers an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity and communication, with opportunities to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar global organization.

This position supports the event team in delivering high-impact live and virtual experiences. The role requires a balance of project management, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on execution to ensure events run seamlessly.

• Develop event strategies that align with business objectives, enhance attendee experience, and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of webinars and in-person events, including cross-functional planning calls, strategy alignment, event design, logistics, and post-event analytics and reporting.
• Oversee logistics for in-person events, such as ordering show services, booth and demo design, exhibit house coordination, and on-site management.
• Plan and execute event content campaigns and promotions that drive engagement and growth.
• Partner with regional and global MarCom teams to ensure cohesive execution across all events.

• Coordinate all operational logistics for assigned events and tradeshows (live and virtual).
• Gain proficiency in event technology platforms (Cvent, Airtable, Jifflenow, AEM, Tableau, and others) to streamline planning and reporting.
• Manage the virtual event process and provide oversight of the ON24 platform.
• Take ownership of special projects or administrative tasks as assigned.
• Support administrative functions as needed, including managing promotional products, maintaining exhibit properties, and overseeing event inventory.
• Coordinate with Microchip's American and Asian Marcom teams to successfully execute global synergy across all events.

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present professionally to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across functions and regions.
• Proven track record of delivering successful events on time and within budget.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with event management tools (e.g., Cvent, Aventri), webinar platforms (ON24), marketing platforms (AEM), and analytics tools (Tableau) is highly desirable.

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or equivalent work experience in a fast-paced corporate Marketing or Communications department.
• Extensive knowledge of and proficiency in MS Office; some experience with event management technology tools (Cvent or Aventri) is preferred; experience with ON24 (or similar) webinar platform is also preferred.
• Working knowledge of the broader marketing function, tradeshows, event or meeting planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong grammar; ability to present orally and in writing to all levels within the company.
• Experience promoting events across all channels.
• Extensive experience handling multiple projects for various customers and ensuring accuracy toward completion.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility and strength in dealing with tight deadlines and rapidly changing situations.

Approximately 10% travel required. May involve some international travel.

Five to seven years of experience in marketing, event management, corporate communications, or related areas; high-technology and/or business-to-business experience required. Prior experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus.