Corporate Meetings & Events - Planner Vice President Greater New York City, NY Area

The Corporate Meetings & Events Team is part of JPMorganChase's larger Firmwide Events structure, delivering best-in-class events and programs for clients and colleagues across the firm. We partner closely with colleagues across all lines of business to manage the full event lifecycle — from conception through completion — with precision, creativity, and purpose.

As a Vice President, Meeting Manager at JPMorganChase within the Corporate Meetings & Events Team, you will lead the end-to-end planning and execution of high-impact events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale conferences of up to 2,000 attendees. You will serve as a trusted strategic partner to business leaders, bringing a solutions-oriented mindset and a commitment to excellence that reflects the firm's standards. This is an opportunity to shape meaningful experiences, build lasting relationships, and make a measurable impact across a global organization.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the full planning lifecycle for complex in-person, virtual, and hybrid events — from initial concept through post-event reconciliation — ensuring seamless execution at every stage
• Manage all logistical components including vendor negotiations, contract administration, hotel and travel coordination, audio-visual production, catering, décor, entertainment, and on-site staffing
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with internal business partners, stakeholders, and global teams to align event strategy with business objectives and firm priorities
• Oversee budget management, invoice processing, and financial controls, maintaining accountability for cost efficiency and adherence to firm procedures
• Develop and maintain detailed project timelines and workflow schedules, proactively communicating updates to clients and suppliers to ensure accurate and timely execution
• Lead the vendor RFP process, contract negotiations, and site inspections, maintaining independence and integrity in all vendor relationships
• Provide strategic recommendations to business groups on event design, programming, and innovation, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
• Serve as a role model for communication and collaboration, operating with a "no surprises" commitment to business partners and stakeholders
• Identify and cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders across aligned business groups, ensuring service delivery supports their objectives and the firm's event standards
• Partner with Events & Meetings colleagues to share industry insights, promote best practices, and drive consistency and synergies across the team

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on Meeting & Event Management concepts and 8+ years applied experience
• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-faceted events across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats with attendee counts ranging from 10 to 2,000
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, global, and multicultural project teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong contract negotiation skills with experience managing vendor relationships, attrition risk, and cancellation clauses
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across businesses, functions, and geographies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise messages to diverse audiences including senior stakeholders
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to travel to offsite locations up to 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends as required

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or equivalent industry certification
• Experience supporting events within a financial services or similarly regulated corporate environment
• Familiarity with event registration platforms and digital event technology tools
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic event counsel to senior business leaders or executive stakeholders
• Background in managing events with complex compliance, risk management, or independence requirements

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.