Bain & Company is consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work, and they are seeking an Associate for their Business Operations & Events team. This role is responsible for planning and executing in-office and offsite events, managing event logistics, and collaborating with internal and external partners to enhance the office culture in Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Order catering for small-medium events ensuring adequate food/beverages are present and in-line with company policies and team protocols
- Build and maintain an approved list of local area vendors
- Manage small-medium event communications, including invitations, reminders, and any event requirements including sending and analyzing post-event feedback surveys, etc
- Plan, execute, and support multiple events, in collaboration with supervisor, throughout the year, often times overlapping, applying event logistics knowledge, policies and practices effectively to a wide variety of business groups with differing needs
- Liaise regularly with key stakeholders; develop strong and productive working relationships; become known as a “go to” person for all areas of event planning for small in-office events
- Event preparation for small in-office events
- Lead vendor selection and contract negotiation
- Lead calls with key stakeholders to help assess event objectives and goals
- Recommend “paths to success” based on event experience and best demonstrated practices
- On-site event management for small in-office events
- Make decisions within purview, display sound judgement and know when to escalate issues
- Delegate responsibilities and tasks based on event needs with EA’s, Chicago Office Services, and event volunteers
- Event wrap-up for small in-office events
- Debrief with Senior Manager, Business Operations & Events, key stakeholders and coordinate/analyze feedback identifying efficiency and performance gaps
- Consolidate files for future reference
- Provide diversified administrative support with the Chicago events and office culture initiatives listed below (non-exhaustive)
- Small through large scale events including office lunches and overnight company offsites
- Office Strategy Pillar
- Major Recruiting Events
- Event Calendar
- Event Newsletter
- Office Connectivity Budget Management
- Events team SOP’s/BDP’s
Skills
- BA/BS degree
- Ability to be present in the Chicago office 3 days a week, plus onsite/in-office for events, with light nights and weekends as needed for events
- Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication, organizational, negotiation, and project management skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and consistently follow through on deliverables in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to interact with a variety of external and internal stakeholders, including vendors, cross functional teams, and Bain and client senior leadership
- Active and positive influence on culture and morale across department and Bain Chicago
- Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn and evolve
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- Ability to move large objects (i.e., conference room tables) with in-office set-up
- Minimum 1 year of experience in administrative support, event planning, or hospitality operations roles preferred
- Marketing and graphic design experience is a plus
- Chicago venue / restaurant knowledge is a plus
Benefits
- Annual discretionary performance bonus
- This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation
- 4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date
- Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck
- Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays
- Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
- Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Annual fitness reimbursements
Company Overview
Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm, a top advisor to the world's leading private, public and non-profit organizations. It was founded in 1973, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.bain.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Bain & Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 83 in 2025, 90 in 2024, 141 in 2023, 89 in 2022, 53 in 2021, 60 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.