Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from PRA Business Events
Job overview
The IT Analyst at PRA Business Events supports the company's technology infrastructure and user base, playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing IT systems to enable business success.
Responsibilities and impact
The IT Analyst provides hardware and software support, troubleshoots IT issues, manages user provisioning, participates in technology projects, liaises with vendors, enforces IT policies, and works across departments to improve technology efficiency.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $60,000-$70,000 with benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, disability and life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, pet insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in IT or related field preferred, 3+ years of technology experience, strong technical and communication skills, familiarity with NetSuite, Salesforce, MS Office 365, Active Directory, and a commitment to organizational excellence.
Work environment and culture
PRA Business Events promotes a culture of integrity, growth mentality, sustainability, social impact, equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a hybrid work environment based in Chicago.
Company information
PRA Business Events is a leading business event management firm known for creative, multi-sensory attendee experiences, operating 29 offices across the US with a focus on sustainability and social responsibility.
Job location and travel
The role is based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule requiring up to 2 days per week in the downtown office and remote work options.
Unique job features
The job involves working with cutting-edge technologies like Salesforce, NetSuite, and O365, and includes involvement in strategic IT projects and sustainability initiatives unique to PRA's culture.
Company overview
PRA Business Events is a leading global event management and experiential marketing company specializing in creating memorable and impactful corporate events, meetings, and incentives. They generate revenue by offering comprehensive event planning, production, and management services tailored to client needs, including logistics, creative design, and on-site execution. Founded in 1981, PRA has a rich history of innovation and excellence in the events industry, continuously expanding its footprint through strategic acquisitions and partnerships. Their commitment to delivering exceptional experiences has established them as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase your hands-on IT support experience, emphasizing your ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues efficiently, reflecting PRA's need for a well-rounded technology professional.
Highlight your familiarity with key technologies mentioned in the job description, such as Salesforce, NetSuite, O365, Active Directory, and Microsoft technology stack, to align with PRA's technology environment.
Apply to the IT Analyst role through multiple channels including PRA Business Events' corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with current IT team members or those in the Technology organization at PRA Business Events. Use ice breakers like commenting on their recent posts about technology projects or asking about their experience working with PRA's hybrid work model.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'IT support,' 'hardware troubleshooting,' 'Salesforce,' 'NetSuite,' 'Active Directory,' and 'infrastructure improvements' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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