Events Content Strategy Lead - Corporate Affairs at Blackstone Group
New York, NY 10001
About the Job
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager
We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work
We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems
Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at
Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.Corporate Affairs Department Corporate Affairs department at Blackstone plays a critical role in shaping and guiding the firm's communication strategies, both within the organization and externally
Key areas that comprise the department: Public Affairs, Marketing, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.Job Description:Blackstone has considerable convening power and hosts sizable internal and external events each year
The role sits on the firm’s Marketing team and co-reports into the Content Strategy & Events teams.The role will lead content design and implementation for the firm’s signature events, which engage key audiences, such as clients and portfolio company leadership
The individual hired will coordinate with internal stakeholders across our business units, investor relations and corporate groups to craft differentiated, thought-provoking agendas and content
They will help select and invite outside speakers and deliver best-in-class experiences for event attendees
They will develop strategies to ensure that content and insights engage audiences beyond those in attendance.Blackstone places a premium on unique events that offer attendees actionable take-aways and usable insights. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Event Content Strategy: Develop comprehensive event strategies that that align with Blackstone's brand and event goals.Partner: Serve as an important bridge across the Content and Events teams
Additionally, coordinate closely with other internal partners across: Blackstone business units, Investor Relations, other corporate groups, Public Affairs and Marketing (including Design Studio, Video Production, and Digital teams).Content Development: Craft event themes, with compelling agendas and content across sessions
Research competitive landscape to ensure agenda is differentiated
Ensure content is geared toward providing actionable take-aways and insights.Agenda Management: Ensure agenda lends itself to smooth event flow
Oversee strategy around multimedia components.Speaker Selection & Recruitment: Leveraging personal network, in addition to Blackstone’s, to identify and recruit high-caliber speakers and moderators
Assist with speaker/moderator prep and engagement.Qualifications:10+ years of experience in event content planning, specifically high-end conferences Understanding of financial services industry Proven track record of managing complex projects with attention to detailExceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectivelyExcellent writing, interpersonal and communication skillsBachelor’s degreeThe duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.Expected annual base salary range:$150,000 - $225,000Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location
For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at
Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.To submit your application please complete the form below
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When you have finished click Submit at the bottom of this form.SummaryLocation: New YorkType: Full time
We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work
We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems
Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at
Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.Corporate Affairs Department Corporate Affairs department at Blackstone plays a critical role in shaping and guiding the firm's communication strategies, both within the organization and externally
Key areas that comprise the department: Public Affairs, Marketing, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.Job Description:Blackstone has considerable convening power and hosts sizable internal and external events each year
The role sits on the firm’s Marketing team and co-reports into the Content Strategy & Events teams.The role will lead content design and implementation for the firm’s signature events, which engage key audiences, such as clients and portfolio company leadership
The individual hired will coordinate with internal stakeholders across our business units, investor relations and corporate groups to craft differentiated, thought-provoking agendas and content
They will help select and invite outside speakers and deliver best-in-class experiences for event attendees
They will develop strategies to ensure that content and insights engage audiences beyond those in attendance.Blackstone places a premium on unique events that offer attendees actionable take-aways and usable insights. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Event Content Strategy: Develop comprehensive event strategies that that align with Blackstone's brand and event goals.Partner: Serve as an important bridge across the Content and Events teams
Additionally, coordinate closely with other internal partners across: Blackstone business units, Investor Relations, other corporate groups, Public Affairs and Marketing (including Design Studio, Video Production, and Digital teams).Content Development: Craft event themes, with compelling agendas and content across sessions
Research competitive landscape to ensure agenda is differentiated
Ensure content is geared toward providing actionable take-aways and insights.Agenda Management: Ensure agenda lends itself to smooth event flow
Oversee strategy around multimedia components.Speaker Selection & Recruitment: Leveraging personal network, in addition to Blackstone’s, to identify and recruit high-caliber speakers and moderators
Assist with speaker/moderator prep and engagement.Qualifications:10+ years of experience in event content planning, specifically high-end conferences Understanding of financial services industry Proven track record of managing complex projects with attention to detailExceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectivelyExcellent writing, interpersonal and communication skillsBachelor’s degreeThe duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.Expected annual base salary range:$150,000 - $225,000Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location
For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at
HR-Recruiting-Americas@Blackstone.com.Depending
on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions; Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients; Supervising or training securities licensed employees; Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; andAdvising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materialsNote: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.To submit your application please complete the form below
Fields marked with a red asterisk
• must be completed to be considered for employment (although some can be answered "prefer not to say")
Failure to provide this information may compromise the follow-up of your application
When you have finished click Submit at the bottom of this form.SummaryLocation: New YorkType: Full time
