About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

   The Team: 

The S&P Global Ratings Event Marketing team manages more than 600 virtual and in‑person meetings, webinars, and third‑party events annually. These range from intimate 30‑person roundtables to multi‑day conferences with 600+ attendees. The team partners closely with Commercial, Analytical, Market Outreach, and Marketing stakeholders to deliver high‑impact, client‑centric events that reinforce Ratings’ market leadership. This role sits within a fast‑moving, highly collaborative environment where autonomy, initiative, and operational rigor are essential. 

The Impact: 

You will serve as a trusted advisor and execution lead for event strategy and delivery across assigned sectors. This includes guiding stakeholders on target dates, agenda development, location selection, logistics, communications, and creative direction. You will architect repeatable processes, elevate operational excellence, and orchestrate complex multi‑workstream programs with precision. Your ability to integrate AI‑enabled tools, automation, and data-driven insights into event workflows will help modernize our execution and enhance client experience. 

What’s in it for you: 

• Exposure to senior Commercial and Analytical leaders across Ratings. 

• Ownership of high‑visibility events in New York and across the U.S. 

• A role designed for someone who thrives in autonomy, takes initiative, and can hit the ground running without heavy oversight. 

• Growth within a global marketing organization committed to innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement. 

• Access to modern event technology, AI‑driven tools, and automation platforms to streamline execution and elevate client engagement. 

Responsibilities: 

Stakeholder Strategic Partner 

• Lead collaborative planning discussions with Commercial, Analytical, Market Outreach, and Marketing stakeholders across assigned sectors. 

• Oversee hosted events and manage all contracted components of third‑party association events. 

• Operate as a self‑starter who proactively identifies needs, proposes solutions, and drives execution without waiting for direction. 

Event Logistics & Execution 

• Manage all aspects of event logistics, including vendor communication, registration, on‑site execution, staffing plans, attendee tracking, presentation support, materials, evaluations, room setup, food and beverage, and AV specifications. 

• Develop competency with virtual event execution, including platform management, speaker coaching, compliance, and end‑to‑end production. 

• Apply AI‑enabled tools for scheduling, attendee insights, workflow automation, and post‑event analytics. 

Financial & Operational Management 

• Manage event budgets with strong financial oversight; negotiate optimal value for Ratings. 

• Track and manage the event calendar, pipeline, and budget reporting. 

• Create repeatable operational systems, templates, and processes that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. 

Communications 

• Oversee pre‑ and post‑conference communications with clients and internal stakeholders. 

• Coordinate communications with internal and external speakers. 

• Review and contribute to event-related communications and invitations. 

• Lead coordination with venues before and after events to ensure alignment and execution of excellence. 

Sourcing & Vendor Management 

• Identify and source venues, restaurants, transportation providers, décor vendors, entertainment partners, promotional items, and AV/production partners. 

• Review vendor contracts and provide detailed feedback to the Director, Event Marketing. 

• Clearly communicate contractual terms, risks, and cancellation policies to stakeholders. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Collaborate with global event marketing partners to align best practices and execution consistency across regions. 

• Support email campaigns, marketing materials, and visual brand/event identity. 

• Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health, and safety requirements. 

Mindset & Behaviors  

• Actively listen, seek diverse perspectives, and communicate clearly across audiences. 

• Identify and resolve day‑to‑day problems with autonomy and initiative. 

• Take an end‑to‑end view of event delivery, connecting daily work to broader business priorities. 

• Demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and attention to detail—spotting issues others may miss. 

• Collaborate effectively and operate as part of a broader system, not in isolation. 

• All employees must work from the office at least 2 days/week. 

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates): The anticipated base salary range for this position is USD $71,000 – $107,000, depending on location, experience, and skills. This role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please visit S&P Global Benefits.

What We’re Looking For: 

• A self‑starting executor who has built processes, standards, or repeatable playbooks from scratch. 

• Someone who has implemented ideas that became norms, trends, or best practices. 

• A candidate with meaningful events experience who can hit the ground running and operate with autonomy. 

• Strong operational rigor: multi‑project management, orchestration, detail orientation, and cross‑functional coordination. 

• Stability in career trajectory; not job‑hoppy. 

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship‑building skills. 

• Comfort using AI tools, automation platforms, and modern event technologies. 

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with flawless execution. 

Basic Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 

• An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 5–8+ years of experience in event marketing, event management, or integrated event operations. 

• Five to eight years of progressive experience managing end‑to‑end event execution. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously, especially during peak periods. 

• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem‑solving skills. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively. 

• Highly organized with a strong sense of urgency and client focus. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel). 

• Strong stakeholder management skills. 

• Final‑stage candidates must attend one in‑person interview at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office before offer. 

Additional Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Cvent, On24, Marketo, Salesforce, or similar platforms. 

• Familiarity with Adobe Suite or Canva. 

• Understanding of financial markets and the broader business environment. 

• Experience with sponsors, client relationships, and fulfillment. 

• Knowledge of New York City venues. 

• Experience in registration management and event marketing. 

• Experience leveraging AI tools for workflow automation, attendee engagement, or event analytics. 

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI).  S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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