Event Planner

Job Reference #

326224

Weehawken

Full Time

Are you an Event Management professional? Are you driven by the desire to deliver exceptional event experiences for employees, clients and prospects?

• plan and operate 12-20 signature programs a year as well as collaborate with internal and external business partners to translate strategy into execution
• exhibit strong event protocol/process and production knowledge to develop and execute best in class events
• handle hotel/venue site evaluation and final event execution on site
• negotiates hotel/venue/vendor/speaker contracts and task orders
• liaises with hotel/venue on menu selection, rooming list, function space set‑up, audio visual, décor etc. as well as manage complex budgets
• execute Web‑based event nomination, registration development & attendee management
• partner with Creative Services on invitations, announcements, confirmations, etc.
• create staffing plan and manage on‑site staff and compile business results measurement and reporting post‑event

Detailed salary information:

• Weehawken: the salary range for this role is $120000 to $160000

The expected salary range(s) for this role as of the date of this posting is/are based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. This role may also be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. For benefits information, please visit

You’ll be working as part of the Field Engagement events team and partnering with groups across the firm to create impactful internal and client facing events. You will play a critical role in helping to train and retain our Financial Advisors as well as help to provide opportunities to Financial Advisors to strengthen their relationships with their clients.

• Ideally, 8+ years’ experience in the Event Management industry – experience in the Financial Industry is a plus
• University degree
• Proven track record in working within an organization supporting high net worth clients and high performing employees
• Experience managing ticketing and arena events
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (written and verbal), negotiation and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and web‑based registration software
• Strong knowledge in event, décor and menu design, event related costing and budget generation
• Ability to multi‑task programs and projects in a fast‑paced environment with short time frames
• Willingness to travel up to 30 percent of the time including occasional nights and weekends

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit

US Only:
The expected salary range for this role is $120000 to $160000 based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. Please see “Your role” section for detailed salary information.

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey.

And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and a more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.

We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

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