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By putting theory into practice, we have become a leader in alternative strategies and an innovator in traditional portfolio management since 1998.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;At AQR, our employees share a common spirit of academic excellence, intellectual honesty and an unwavering commitment to seeking the truth. We’re determined to know what makes financial markets tick – and we’ll ask every question and challenge every assumption. \u0026nbsp;We recognize and respect the power of collaboration and believe transparency and openness to new ideas leads to innovation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Team\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAQR is looking for an exceptionally talented individual with 3-5 years of event experience to join our Marketing team.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Event Specialist to play a key role in producing AQR’s events. This individual would be responsible for working closely with members of the Marketing team and business channels to successfully coordinate\u0026nbsp; events, ensuring that programs reflect the AQR brand, are executed in-line with business goals and are of the highest quality.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal candidate has excellent organizational skills with the ability to efficiently manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. This individual is a collaborative team player with a willingness to be hands on and oversee events from start to finish. A professional, polished and positive disposition, along with excellent process orientation, is required. Travel and the ability to work non-traditional hours required as needed.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey member of team responsible for coordinating AQR’s events\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependently manage all pre, during and post logistics for client events ranging in size, type and format. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, organizing the event process including venue search, contracting, registration, client communications and onsite coordination\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessfully keep multiple moving pieces on track and executed within set timeframe and budget\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAble to travel (domestic and possibly international) and work evenings and weekends as required by event schedule\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablish and cultivate relationships with hotels, restaurants, and other third-party providers.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a detailed system for invitation/registration process, manage event pages, track event metrics and provide thorough follow-up post event\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork with compliance and cross functionally to ensure adherence to global regulatory environment\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify and incorporate industry best practices in an effort to increase our productivity and effectiveness\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoster strong relationships, interfacing easily with a variety of internal and external teams on events or projects, ensuring format, venue and set-up is in line with the brand and established vision\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Bring\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBachelor’s degree\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-5 years of experience executing professional events, ideally for high profile organizations and clients. Financial services experience preferred.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be highly- organized and extremely detail- oriented\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative and flexible to adapt to changing needs and multiple priorities in a fast paced, high demand environment.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent ability to develop and manage processes/systems while working efficiently on a variety of projects.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive disposition and attitude at all times, especially under pressure.\u0026nbsp; Must be polished and able to professionally interface with a variety of stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collaborative, team-focused approach.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong business sense and understanding of end-user perceptions.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and customer service presence.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbility to proactively anticipate needs and solve problems logically and critically.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProficiency in additional event technologies like Cvent, ON24, and Pardot a plus\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience in managing room blocks and travel a plus\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe salary range for this role is expected to be $100,000-$120,000.\u0026nbsp; This is the range that we in good faith believe is accurate for this role at the time of this posting.\u0026nbsp; We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, depending upon factors such as skills, experience, location, or other business and organizational needs.\u0026nbsp; This wage range may also be modified in the future.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis job is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAQR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/VET/DISABILITY\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e"} api_key:862pqa5rw32obm