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With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com\nLocation\nThe Harmonie Club is a special oasis in the heart of Manhattan for discerning members to enjoy dining, social events, athletic facilities, diverse programming, and camaraderie. We offer a workspace with complimentary coffee and wifi on weekdays and a historic clubhouse that features a beautiful oak-paneled dining room with gold-leaf ceiling and antique Caldwell chandeliers, timeless ballrooms for special events and corporate gatherings, and a welcoming atmosphere that many members enjoy as their home away from home. \nOverview\nThe Meeting & Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the Harmonie Club's member programming, social events, family activities, and special experiences. This role oversees all aspects of event management, from initial planning and budgeting through execution and post-event reconciliation, ensuring that every event meets the Club's luxury hospitality standards and exceeds member expectations.\nWorking closely with Club leadership, programming committees, and internal departments, the Meeting & Events Manager plays a key role in creating engaging member experiences and maintaining exceptional levels of service. This position reports into the Director of Membership, Events, & Marketing.\nResponsibilities\nMember Programming & Committee Coordination\nServe as the lead coordinator for all member programming, including social, cultural, educational, family, card, and recurring Club events.\nWork closely with programming committees to coordinate meetings, gather suggestions, develop new initiatives, and execute the Club's event calendar.\nReview member event requests and evaluate programming opportunities based on member interests, attendance, and financial considerations.\nDevelop relationships with cultural institutions, entertainment venues, instructors, and other partners to secure unique member experiences.\nConduct periodic member surveys to assess programming interests and satisfaction.\nEvent Planning & Coordination\nOversee all aspects of event planning, including scheduling, budgeting, pricing, menus, entertainment, décor, and vendor coordination.\nReview historical event attendance, expenses, and feedback to guide future planning.\nCoordinate event dates with the Club's overall calendar, considering holidays, school schedules, and private functions.\nCollaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage team on menus, service arrangements, and event requirements.\nSource and negotiate with vendors, entertainers, guest speakers, and instructors while maintaining established budgets and approval procedures.\nWork with Marketing to ensure event descriptions, registration details, pricing, and promotional materials are accurate and submitted on time.\nManage event registrations, capacity limits, guest policies, and cancellation deadlines.\nEvent Documentation & Execution\nPrepare, update, and distribute accurate Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), floor plans, and event timelines to all relevant departments in a timely manner.\nMaintain complete event records in Club Essentials, Reserve, and other management systems.\nCoordinate with Culinary, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Membership, and Marketing to ensure seamless event execution.\nConduct pre-event inspections to verify room setups, staffing, equipment, catering, and other logistical requirements.\nOversee day-of-event operations, including vendor coordination, member check-in, event flow, and special requests.\nMaintain a visible presence at events, ensuring exceptional service and promptly addressing any issues.\nCoordinate event photography and post-event materials with Marketing, when relevant.\nMember Relations & Membership Support\nServe as a primary point of contact for member event inquiries, registrations, and special requests.\nBuild strong relationships with members, encourage event participation, and provide personalized service to members and VIP guests.\nRespond professionally and promptly to member calls, emails, and requests.\nAssist with Club tours for prospective members and support membership engagement initiatives.\nCollaborate with the Membership team to enhance the overall member experience.\nFinancial & Administrative Management\nDevelop and monitor event budgets, pricing, expenses, and projected revenues in coordination with Club leadership.\nTrack attendance and registration trends to evaluate event performance and profitability.\nCoordinate vendor invoices, payments, and event-related expenses with Accounting.\nEnsure accurate attendance records, event closeouts, and timely member billing through Club Essentials.\nMaintain organized vendor records, pricing information, and historical event data.\nEvaluate event results and member feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.\nMaintain effective communication across departments and support additional Membership and Events initiatives as needed.\n\nQualifications\nPrevious experience in event management, member programming, or hospitality, preferably within a private club, luxury hotel, or high-end hospitality environment.\nStrong understanding of luxury service standards, event logistics, and VIP member expectations.\nExperience with food and beverage operations, catering, vendor management, and event budgeting.\nExceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and service-oriented approach.\nStrong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with members, colleagues, and external partners.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Club Essentials, Reserve, or comparable event management software preferred.\nCreative, proactive, and resourceful approach to developing successful member experiences.\nAbility to exercise discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.\nFlexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the Club's event calendarKey Attributes for Success\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine passion for hospitality, a strong commitment to member satisfaction, and the ability to balance creative event development with operational excellence. This individual must be equally comfortable managing detailed event logistics, collaborating across departments, building relationships with members, and ensuring that every Harmonie Club event reflects the quality, service, and traditions of the Club.\n\nBenefits\nWe are pleased to offer to our full-time associates a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.\nMedical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions\nPaid holidays\nPaid vacation\nPaid sick leave (provided in accordance with applicable law)\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nEducational opportunities / Tuition reimbursement\nPaid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law\nFor Employees Based in Washington:\n8 paid holidays per year\nUp to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service\nPaid Sick & Safe Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, with up to 72 hours of unused time carried over from one anniversary year to the next.\nFor Employees Based in Colorado:\n8 paid holidays per year; employees working in the City of Denver receive 64 hours of designated holiday time per calendar year\nUp to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service\n6 days or 48 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year, accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.\nFor Employees Based in California:\n8 paid holidays per year\nUp to 20 days of paid vacation per year, based on classification and length of service, capped at 1.5x annual accrual rate; non-supervisory employees working in the City of Los Angeles accrue up to 22 days of Compensated Time Off, based on length of service capped at 192 hours of combined PST and CTO.\nPaid Sick Time accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, unused time is carried over from one anniversary year to the next up to a maximum of 80 hours; employees working in the City of Los Angeles are provided 40 hours of Paid Sick Time annually on their anniversary, unused time is not carried over from one anniversary year to the next.\nPlease note that certain benefits described above for associates in Washington, Colorado, and California may vary for associates covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (“CBA”). 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