Event Executive (Lifestyle - Culinary and Arts & Culture) (Payment Services Client)

THE JOB / Event Executive, Lifestyle – Culinary and Arts & Culture (Payment Services Client) Planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. Headquarters: Stamford, CT. Location can be flexible with preference for hybrid work (3 days a week in the office) in Stamford, CT or New York, NY. RESPONSIBILITIES Act as day‑to‑day contact for key clients. Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, vendors, venue operators, and partners. Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of planning and implementing events (logistics, pre‑, during‑, and post‑events, including venue research, wrap reports, budgets, and timelines). Deliver unique, custom event solutions to key program stakeholders, internally and externally, on a regular basis. Maintain and seek creative ways to enhance partner relationships, vendors, and properties. Maximize the value of sponsorship assets and programs. Manage approvals of sponsorship branding and messaging onsite & in digital collateral. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, handling smaller‑scale turnkey event experiences and supporting large‑scale custom events. Own finance paperwork and documentation (create POs, job codes, add new clients as vendors into systems). Develop post‑event wrap‑up emails and decks for clients, and compile end‑of‑year recaps. Attend events while serving as the main point of contact for vendors, guests, clients, and partners. QUALIFICATIONS Fan or expert of celebrity & lifestyle culture, food, travel, Broadway, dance, and the arts. 1–3 years of experience within an agency or client service and event planning preferred. Team player who loves to share opinions, solve problems, and can work independently. Outgoing people person who can manage relationships with key partners (venues, vendors, suppliers, etc.). Detail‑oriented work ethic; ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously and adhere to strict timelines. Excellent project management skills. Budget management and/or reconciliation experience desirable. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word). Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20‑45%). BENEFITS This position pays $40,000, is overtime‑eligible, and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr