Employee Engagement Specialists

About the role

The D. E. Shaw group seeks an experienced events professional to join the firm's Events, Travel, and Community (ETC) team in Human Capital. The role offers the opportunity to be part of an inclusive, engaging, and dynamic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Own, lead, and execute programming for a large portion of our events
• Come up with new and creative ideas to significantly enhance employee engagement at the firm
• Ran your own portfolio of cross-group social programming
• Lead community-building and networking programs for new hires
• Manage global events
• Handle production elements such as creating run-of-shows and visual elements for high-profile speaking engagements and recruiting events
• Manage technical checks and run-throughs with our Systems team, external production vendors, internal panelists, and external speakers
• Propose, develop, modify, and/or implement new processes for event management and efficiency
• Collaborate closely with other members of the ETC and Human Capital teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors and partners

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required
• Experience planning events of all sizes both domestic and global, in-person and virtual is required, along with managing event budgets and ensuring attendees have a seamless experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite; event management tools such as Cvent, Social Tables, Allseated, and Slido; and video conferencing platforms such as WebEx and Zoom is required
• Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and AutoCAD is a plus
• Proven attention to detail and organizational acumen
• The ability to build and maintain positive relationships, including with vendors
• The ability to work under pressure while maintaining a customer service approach
• Proven creativity and innovation in designing visually appealing invitations, crafting engaging event schedules, and curating employee engagement activities

Qualifications

• A record of professional achievement in event planning, ideally with 10+ years of experience

Skills

• Event planning
• Event management
• Microsoft Office suite
• Event management tools
• Video conferencing platforms
• Design software

Benefits

• Variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire
• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• 401k contribution matching
• Wellness reimbursement
• Family building benefits
• A charitable gift match program

Pay

The expected annual base salary for this position is $125,000 to $150,000.

Schedule

Full-time