Associate - Events & Experiences

HPS Investment Partners is a leading global investment firm that seeks to provide creative capital solutions and generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for our clients. We manage various strategies across the capital structure, including privately negotiated senior debt; privately negotiated junior capital solutions in debt, preferred and equity formats; liquid credit including syndicated leveraged loans, collateralized loan obligations and high yield bonds; asset-based finance and real estate. The scale and breadth of our platform offers the flexibility to invest in companies large and small, through standard or customized solutions. At our core, we share a common thread of intellectual rigor and discipline that enables us to create value for our clients, who have entrusted us with approximately $145 billion of assets under management as of August 2024. HPS has approximately 200 investment professionals and over 700 total employees, and has fourteen offices globally.

HPS believes in the importance of giving back to its communities, and in promoting diversity and inclusivity at the firm. We are dedicated to fostering enduring community relationships, and we support our team’s community involvement through volunteer work, board service, and other contributions. In addition, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are central to HPS’s culture and investment processes.

The Role                                                                                                                                                                                                           
We are looking for an energetic, organized, creative and hospitality-oriented events professional to plan and execute in-person and digital event programs.  Operating at a tactical level, the Associate will work closely with the head of the events department on all aspects of planning, in-market execution and post-market support of our global client engagement calendar. This is a unique opportunity for an innovative individual with a discerning eye for detail to play a key role in the growth of the HPS brand and contributing to growth of the events & experiences department. 

What You Will Do                                                                                                                                                                                 

Specific responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Research, source, contract and manage venues, speakers / entertainment, food & beverage, design, attendee accommodations, and production suppliers
• Coordinate with communications and marketing team to develop and design event collateral, invitations, overall design and other marketing materials including but not limited to; place cards, name badges, printed materials, agendas and presentation decks
• Oversee and manage end to end attendee RSVP tracking and deliver timely RSVP reports
• Organize, pack, and ship event collateral to/from venues aligned with program deliverables and timelines
• Partner closely with the head of events to produce pre and post event reporting and maintain clear records of budget, attendee lists and more
• Ensure smooth run day execution and a best-in-class hospitality experience for attendees
• Manage the sourcing, inventories, and distribution of branded items for client facing initiatives

 What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of event program management experience in the financial industry
• Creative vision, strong communications skills and a passion for experiential engagement
• Expertise in managing event vendors, partners, service providers and venues
• Experience creating and executing successful digital events (e.g. hybrid events, virtual events.).
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, keen attention to detail and a strong understanding of how to manage the priorities of multiple stakeholders
• Collaborative partnership approach and the ability to work effectively on a cross-functional basis
• Strong interpersonal skills, self-confidence, enthusiasm and a hospitality mindset
• Creative problem solver and team player mentality
• Proficiency with Microsoft suite, Photoshop or InDesign, CVENT or event management software, Salesforce or CRM system
• A Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent work experience
• Willingness to travel or work evenings, as needed, to support events

Location

• New York, New York

Employment Type

• Full-time, Exempt

Work Schedule

• 4/1 hybrid split (F work from home, M-Th work from office) subject to event schedule

Rate of Pay 

• The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000 but may vary based on various factors including job function, experience and geographic location. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
• HPS Investment Partners is an equal opportunity employer.  HPS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, ancestry, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.