Senior Event Planner

At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application! What You Can Expect At BBH: If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others. Join us as a Senior Event Planner The Senior Event Planner is an experienced professional with the ability to manage administration and logistics in a busy meetings and event environment. In this role, you will work on a team to coordinate up to 150 events per year. You must be able to anticipate project needs, prioritize work, meet deadlines with little supervision, and execute events from start to finish independently. To be successful, you should have outstanding client service, be very detail oriented, portray a professional attitude, have the ability to think “outside the box”, and be able to build relationships with internal/external clients and vendors. This role requires the flexibility to work evenings and travel domestically as dictated by events. Key responsibilities include: Event Planning & Production Assist with negotiations for space contracts and book event space, select food and beverage, order supplies and audiovisual equipment, make travel arrangements, , and ensure appropriate décor (florals, linens, color schemes, etc.). Collaborate and coordinate with internal teams on planning and execution of on-site and off-site events, both meetings and business social. Use CRM and attendee RSVP programs to manage and facilitate Event Planning process Handle events from inception through completion including generation of event ideas, preparation of budget, identification of venues, contract negotiation, and onsite execution. Aggressively gather information on each project to achieve quality event productions. Conduct research, make site visits, and find resources to help staff make decisions about event possibilities. Create and revise room layouts for each event and manage assigned seating charts. Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process. Serve as liaison with vendors on event-related matters. Assist with managing on-site production and clean up for events as necessary. Prepare nametags, materials, notebooks, packages, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, etc. Close out all event budgets and invoices as required. Event Administration Assist with preparing budgets and provide periodic progress reports to clients for each project. Keep track of event finances, including invoicing and monthly management reporting Prepare and modify event contracts by identifying business terms from legal ones and negotiating as needed with venues. Production of event timelines, checklists, and project plans Adhere to all Firm policies regarding compliance regulations and protocols. Qualifications: BS/BA Degree preferred CMP or equivalent corporate meeting planner credentials a plus Minimum of 5 years Event Planning Experience Strong food & beverage knowledge and catering logistics Excellent communication skills; including written and verbal and proofreading skills Proficient experience using Attendee RSVP platform a plus Proficient PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Email & Internet Research) Excellent client services skills Ability to multi-task; managing multiple projects and work assignments, all with great attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills both in person and over the phone with the highest level of professionalism Ability to work across business lines, influence decision makers and collaborate with support partners Team player but also able to work independently with little supervision Energetic, positive attitude and ability to present themselves with professional body language Quick thinker, strong problem-solving ability, able to be resourceful and adaptable under pressure Available to work overtime when necessary This role is based in our New York City location and is a hybrid role, with three days per week in office. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. Salary Range $75k - $85k annual bonus BBH’s compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being. Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a privately-held financial institution and has been a thought leader and solutions provider for over 200 years. We serve the most sophisticated individuals and institutions with award-winning expertise in Investment Management, Private Banking, and Investor Services. Our 5,000 colleagues operate from 17 cities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. BBH is committed to diversity, innovation and globalization. Our culture is driven by our goal to provide the best solutions and services to our clients and each other. Our Partnership structure creates a flat organization that promotes collaboration across all business lines. We believe that diverse ideas and the ability to come together globally across groups and borders are a competitive advantage. In order for all our teams to excel, members must trust each other and feel comfortable providing honest input from all perspectives. This openness sparks innovation and agility, which adds to the entrepreneurial spirit and provides many more career opportunities for our staff. We are a group of high-performing, dedicated and caring professionals who believe that working together is the foundation for superior client service excellence. As a BBH professional, your career path is yours to define. We take pride in our ability to retain our best employees. We help them manage their careers by moving top performers to new areas of BBH where their talents will make the greatest contribution. As soon as you walk through the doors at BBH, we provide you with the tools to help you succeed and grow your career.