Vice President, Event Management (Wealth Management Solutions)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $150,000.00 - $175,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
comprehensive medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) with Company Match
flexible spending accounts
Healthcare savings accounts
Life insurance
long-term disability
short-term disability
Employee assistance program
Commuter Benefits
Mental health app
Financial wellness benefit
New Parent Leave
Reproductive and adoption assistance
Emergency backup care
Matching gift program
Education sponsorship program
Job Description
Ares is a leading global alternative investment manager with a successful track record spanning over 20 years. The firm's success is deeply rooted in its people and its distinctive culture, which is centered on values such as collaboration, responsibility, entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and trustworthiness. Ares is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where talented individuals from various backgrounds and experiences can grow their careers within the dynamic and expanding alternative investment industry. The company emphasizes recruitment, career development, and comprehensive employee programming to build a supportive and high-performance environment.
Ares Wealth Management Solutions (AWMS) is a specialized divisio... Show More
Ares Wealth Management Solutions (AWMS) is a specialized divisio... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 7-10 years of event planning and execution experience
- Experience in alternative investments, asset management, or wealth management industries preferred
- Proficiency in Cvent and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Willingness to travel domestically
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
- Strong interpersonal and client service skills
- Initiative and problem-solving ability
- Team collaboration skills
Job Qualifications
- 7-10 years of event planning and execution experience
- Experience in alternative investments, asset management, or wealth management industries preferred
- Strong project management and prioritization capabilities with ability to lead multiple deadline driven workstreams
- Demonstrated ability to excel under pressure while maintaining exceptional quality standards
- Proven ability to research effectively and leverage available resources
- Proficiency in Cvent
- High PC literacy with strong skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to engage and influence stakeholders
- Strong client service orientation with commitment to delivering high touch experiences
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity
- Solutions oriented self-starter with creativity, initiative, and ability to see the big picture
- Sound judgment in determining when to escalate issues
- Analytical mindset with passion for process improvement and operational efficiency
- Highly resourceful collaborator with strong time management skills
- Dependable team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and contribute to cohesive team environment
Job Duties
- Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of industry, Ares hosted, and partner-hosted events including strategy, planning, logistics, onsite operations, and post-event reconciliation
- Identify new and creative event engagement opportunities to grow business and drive increased revenue for AWMS
- Manage venue sourcing, contracting support, catering, room setup, transportation, hospitality, and client experiences
- Develop timelines, run of show plans, and ensure seamless onsite execution across high touch, multi venue events
- Maintain centralized event calendars, standardized briefs, and planning documentation
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically as needed
- Manage event budget tracker and events calendar
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Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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