Corporate Responsibility Events Planner - Vice President

Job description

Join a team known for delivering best-in-class experiences that bring people together. You’ll help shape meaningful programs that elevate Corporate Responsibility priorities—working with partners across the firm and in the community to create events that make an impact. As a Vice President, Corporate Responsibility Event Planner on the Corporate Meetings & Events Team (Firmwide Events), you will lead the strategy and execution of in-person and virtual programs that raise visibility of Corporate Responsibility initiatives and strengthen relationships with internal and external audiences.

You’ll manage multiple events at once—from large-scale programs to intimate roundtable dinners—while ensuring flawless delivery, strong stakeholder alignment, and operational excellence. You’ll collaborate closely with Corporate Responsibility leadership, regional partners, and Finance & Business Management (F&BM) stakeholders to plan, track, and reconcile budgets and event activity.

Job Responsibilities

• Help lead end-to-end planning and execution of Corporate Responsibility events from concept through completion
• Advise cross-functional partners with strategic recommendations to deliver high-quality, audience-relevant programming
• Manage complex in-person and virtual events (approximately 10–500 attendees), balancing timelines, quality, and stakeholder expectations
• Own event budgets, including forecasting, invoice processing, purchasing card reconciliation, and reporting
• Maintain event calendars and data tracking with a focus on operational efficiency and accuracy
• Run site selection processes, including RFPs, vendor evaluation, and contract negotiation
• Oversee invitations and RSVP management, producing regular and ad hoc attendance and status reports
• Coordinate logistics including venue setup, catering, décor, audio/visual, speaker support, and run-of-show execution
• Produce event materials (e.g., menus, security passes, directional signage) in partnership with design resources
• Coordinate attendee travel and lodging, shipping of materials, onsite supplies, and day-of support (registration, setup, troubleshooting)
• Ensure adherence to event standards while mitigating risk and compliance considerations across all programming Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
• 6+ years experience in event and project management (or a closely related field)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey messages clearly and succinctly with senior leadership
• Ability to think strategically, proactively solve problems, and develop creative, innovative solutions
• Ability to manage projects across businesses, functions, and geographies, and build strong relationships with diverse audiences Exceptional client focus and service ethic, with a high degree of professionalism, flexibility, good judgment, and discretion Self-starter with strong ownership, exceptional organization, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to accuracy; able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and event management/registration tools Willingness to work extended hours as needed (including evenings/weekends) and travel up to 50%