JPMorgan Events Executive Director 

United States, Illinois, Chicago 

667115849

The J.P. Morgan Chase Private Bank events team is seeking an Events Executive Director for the Central Region playing a key role in developing and executing client event activities from concept, through execution and evaluation including all phases of anti-corruption, cross border, GDPR, and compliance requirements. The position demands interaction with colleagues on the global events team and the larger marketing group, bankers and product partners, in addition to senior management in order to ensure a consistent and distinctive experience for clients which underscore our business strategies.

As an Events Executive Director you will play a key role in the event strategy for the markets sharing creative ideas, suggested venues, and proposed content with considerable thought to strategic execution. You will also manage a team of direct reports, dedicating time to mentor, enforce accountability and counsel team members on strategic planning, communication and event execution; serve as a senior leader in the global event team, working to further the team’s strategic goals and ROI. In addition, you will partner with Marketing colleagues to suggest, coordinate and leverage sponsorships and event opportunities, taking on at least one important project for the benefit of the greater team (examples include: Compliance liaison, onboarding new technology, global event lead, International regional point person on specific projects, national point person for US Open and responsibility would be YoY).

Job responsibilities:

• Manage event management and execution for multiple markets and select flagship events with the skill set to assist in other markets without much supervision
• Understand and explain business objectives and develop an event strategy that supports the business goals for the region
• Manage complex budgets and event calendars, with a strong emphasis on data management and operational efficiencies
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communications skills, especially in high-stress situations, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership
• Proactively think strategically, problem solve and offer creative and innovative solutions
• Deliver a “distinctively J.P. Morgan” experience for clients without guidance
• Partner with other lines of business within the firm to leverage and consolidate ideas, share resources and cross sell event opportunities
• Multi-task and work under tight deadlines; responses must be prompt and clear
• Manage a team of direct reports (or have past managerial experience) and/or mentor junior talent on assigned projects

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• 15+years of experience in Corporate Events and managing a team; Bachelors Degree required
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Power Point, Word and knowledge and understanding of Events Management Platforms (Aventri)
• Play an active role in managing work for the business Region Head including ad hoc, un-calendared projects; understanding these opportunities may be last minute and take priority. Ability to redistribute work, motivate the team and deliver results in a fast paced demanding environment
• Learn and understand important client relationships within the region
• Collaborate with group head and global marketing colleagues on overall event data and analysis
• Actively participate in weekly regional team meetings, budget calls, and multiple banker meetings providing event strategy updates
• A minimum of fifteen years prior experience in event management and execution related activities
• Ability to thrive through ambiguity and change and a willingness to roll up sleeves and jump into projects with a “one team” mindset
• High pressured position demanding strong communication skills, accuracy, long hours and travel.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Prior experience in financial services