Event Strategy & Operations Manager

Bessemer Trust•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Event Strategy & Operations Manager will be a member of the Bessemer Trust 15-member Marketing & Client Engagement Department, which is responsible for delivering the Bessemer Trust brand to existing and prospective clients, and centers of influence (COI) across multiple channels. As one of the largest privately owned wealth management firms in the United States, Bessemer Trust oversees over $200 billion in assets for over 3,000 wealthy families and individuals. The Event Strategy & Operations Manager serves as the Director of Events’ primary partner in delivering exceptional, consistent, and brand-aligned event experiences across Bessemer. This role translates the Director’s strategic vision into scalable processes, oversees complex event operations, and ensures the seamless execution of national and regional programming. It is a high-responsibility position requiring strong judgment, sound decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to represent Bessemer events with the highest level of professionalism.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, with ~15 years of corporate event management experience; experience within the financial services or wealth management industry is strongly preferred.
Demonstrates a highly collaborative approach to event planning, supported by a strong understanding of the business, key stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring events are strategically aligned and thoughtfully executed.
Demonstrated ability to oversee complex, high-visibility events, leading end-to-end planning and on-site execution with a high standard of quality and precision.
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
Strong operational and analytical skills, with experience providing insights, metrics, and post-event reporting to inform planning and optimize future programs.
Working knowledge of event technology platforms and tools, with experience partnering with IT teams on system functionality, integrations, and enhancements.
Highly enthusiastic, energetic, and service-oriented professional with a strong commitment to excellence.
Exhibits exceptional attention to detail, a strong sense of urgency, and consistent follow-through.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build, influence, and maintain effective working relationships.
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, paired with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and materials.

Nice To Haves

experience within the financial services or wealth management industry is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Offer ongoing strategic support to the Director of Events, including ad-hoc requests from executive-level management.
Serve as the Director’s key operational partner, coordinating with the Events team on select tasks.
Partner with colleagues to support the planning, development, and execution of a wide range of events, including conferences, breakfasts, luncheons, cocktail receptions, dinners, sporting events, and sponsorships.
Oversee planning and management of unique and more complex events.
Develop and deliver comprehensive event metrics and post-event reporting, including attendance, engagement, and demographic information, in partnership with business analyst teams.
Provide actionable insights, detailed analysis, and recommendations to inform broader planning efforts and optimize future events.
Liaise with IT specialists and the Events team, coordinating specific tool functionality and integrations.
Improve internal processes, timelines, and tools to drive consistency and efficiency.
Support team development by sharing best practices

Benefits

Eligible employees may participate in a 401 (K) program with a company profit sharing contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability covering and paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
Competitive base salary plus discretionary annual bonus for select positions
A 401(k) plan with a generous annual profit-sharing contribution
Personalized development and career opportunities, including tuition reimbursement support
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with zero contributions for employee coverage
Employee assistance (EAP) and wellness programs
Hybrid work environment: 60% in office, 40% remote for most positions
Paid time off and paid parental leave
Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal services and financial wellness plans at no cost to employees