Corporate and Workplace Solutions, Event Management - Junior Business Coverage Manager, Associate

CORPORATE AND WORKPLACE SOLUTIONSGoldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of services worldwide to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and high net-worth individuals. Corporate and Workplace Solutions Division Our mission is to deliver solutions that maximize the efficiency and productivity of our people. CWS includes the following pillars: Corporate and Workplace Experience, the Office of Global Security and Regional Office Leadership. The Corporate and Workplace Experience pillar includes our Onsite Solutions, Corporate Events and Production and Real Estate teams. Onsite Solutions and Corporate Events and Production deliver experiences to both our clients and employees globally and include teams such as Hospitality, Transportation and Event ManagementReal Estate plans, develops, builds and operates Goldman Sachs facilities in over 60 cities in 23 countriesThese businesses are supported by the Corporate Planning and Management’s Finance and Engineering teams, which includes the disciplines of financial accounting and reporting, operations finance, procurement and contracts management and business planning and technology solutions; and the CWS Administration and Communications team, which is responsible for organizational development and internal and client communications.Reporting to the Americas Head of Events the candidate will partner with the business to develop and lead an event marketing strategy and oversee events and conferences with a keen focus on best practices, commercial excellence, and consistency in delivery. Goldman Sachs events are critical to maintaining the image of the firm and assisting in the development of key client relationships. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in an event management role with strong project management and team leadership skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic organization. Principal ResponsibilitiesCore focus: Takes Ownership & Accountability for designated events and conferences: Partner with senior Business Coverage Manager on the oversight, project management and execution of key eventsUnderstand core goals and objectives of the businesses supportedIdentify opportunities for improvement on an ongoing basisBuild relationships and partner with key stakeholders/groups/individuals in divisionTeam leadership – provide oversight and team leadership for project managers staffed on events or conferences for the business Event Oversight - understand and lead protocol objectives for each event during both the planning and execution stages ensuring overall success of each eventOn-site Execution – travel for onsite support of event delivery as needed Financial Controls – contribute to the building of an accurate and thorough annual budget and adherence to that budgetFinancial Reporting – primary responsibility for weekly approvals, ongoing reporting and data integrity Vendor procurement and management – includes contract negotiation, management, and adherence to the firm’s vendor management best practicesBrand and messaging strategy – maintain an overall brand strategy using firm resources and event management templates and best practicesContent and presentation guidance – work with client team to provide guidance on agenda building, material design and speaker and presentation idea generationActs willingly as a resource to other Business Coverage Managers and team membersExperience / Skills3-4 years of experience in event management in a fast-paced corporate organization Personal integrity, initiative, leadership qualities, and the ability to work as part of a team in an environment that demands excellence, time and energyEffective communication skills with proven ability to build and maintain relationshipsProactive and forward-thinking both pre and post event; follows-up with clients for feedback throughout the event life-cycle and provides team timely updates (on processes/procedures and best practices) Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining high quality standardsCreative thinking and a focus on innovationAbility to adapt style as the situation requiresStrong negotiating/commercial skillsAbility to develop credibility with clients and vendor teamsDemonstrates gender and cultural sensitivitiesABOUT GOLDMAN SACHSAt Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved.Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Posting Date: 2026-08-11