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Job Description: Vice President (VP) of Events Content Development

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The Vice President (VP) of Events Content Development is responsible for shaping, strategizing, and directing the creation and execution of compelling content across event platforms for Global Payments & Trade and Depositary Receipts. This role champions the integration of thought leadership, market trends, and attendee engagement strategies to ensure an event resonates with its target audiences—whether live, virtual, or hybrid.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Oversee the ideation, development, and management of event agendas, keynotes, breakout sessions, panels, workshops, and interactive experiences.
• Lead research efforts to identify impactful topics, themes, and speakers that reflect industry innovation and audience interests.
• Ensure content is relevant, inclusive, and accessible, upholding the organization’s standards for quality, diversity, and thought leadership.
• Establish and nurture relationships with industry leaders, influencers, subject matter experts, and keynote speakers.
• Work hand‑in‑hand with product marketing, segment marketing, events, creative teams, and client executives to maximize event visibility and impact.
• Set rigorous KPIs for content engagement, attendee satisfaction, and overall event success; track progress and report to executive leadership.
• Leverage attendee data, post‑event surveys, analytics, and stakeholder input to iteratively improve future content offerings.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Several years progressive experience in events content strategy, or program development.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, with strengths in storytelling, presentation, and negotiation.
• Deep familiarity with industry trends, innovative formats, and technology solutions in the events space—including AI, virtual/hybrid platforms, and experiential design.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with senior executives, high‑profile speakers, sponsors, and strategic partners.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and insights to inform content development and event strategy.

• Strategic Vision: Sees the big picture, anticipates industry shifts, and positions the organization to lead in content innovation.
• Creative: Generates original ideas, cultivates storytelling excellence, and inspires teams to push creative boundaries.
• Relationship Building: Develops and leverages networks of influencers, thought leaders, and partners to enhance event value.
• Analytical Thinking: Utilizes data‑driven insights to inform decisions and measure impact.
• Change Agility: Navigates ambiguity and adapts quickly to emerging trends, technologies, and audience needs.
• Communication: Articulates ideas clearly and persuasively for a variety of audiences.
• Ethics and Integrity: Upholds the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

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BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

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