Senior Associate, Events (New York)

Our client is a highly mission-driven multi-family office affiliated with an investment firm.

They are seeking a Senior Associate, Events to join their team and take ownership of a diverse portfolio of events across the family office, affiliated organizations, and Partners. This is a unique opportunity for someone with a strong background in both corporate events and high-touch, bespoke personal events.

Location: Meatpacking District / West Village, NYC

Work Model: 5 days onsite

Compensation: $150–175K base + discretionary bonus + benefits

The role will support a group of Partners, with a primary focus on the senior Partners, developing a deep understanding of their preferences and providing a highly personalized level of service. Events may range from corporate gatherings and intimate dinners to private celebrations, children’s birthday parties, and other personal events.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own events from initial concept and planning through day-of execution and post-event debrief
• Plan and execute corporate, internal, external, and bespoke personal events
• Partner closely with senior Partners to understand their preferences and deliver highly personalized experiences
• Manage event logistics, budgets, vendors, catering, contracts, and timelines
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners utilizing the new event space
• Build and maintain a strong network of high-quality vendors and event partners
• Develop systems, playbooks, and processes to create consistency and scalability
• Be onsite for events and serve as the point of escalation when needed
• Conduct post-event analysis and incorporate lessons learned into future planning

Ideal Background:

• 8+ years of corporate event planning and execution experience
• 4+ years of experience planning and executing bespoke personal events
• Proven experience creating polished, high-end experiences while managing budgets
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• High EQ and the ability to build trusted relationships with senior executives and external partners
• Discreet, polished, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a high-touch environment
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and remain composed when plans shift
• Experience with Cvent, Smartsheet, MS Office, or similar event management platforms

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced events professional who enjoys a high-touch, hands-on role and is equally comfortable managing corporate events and highly personal, bespoke experiences.