National Basketball Association (NBA)

Corporate Services, Hospitality & Events Coordinator

SECAUCUS, NJPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from the National Basketball Association (NBA)

  • Job overview

    The Corporate Services, Hospitality & Events Coordinator at the NBA supports the Corporate Services department by managing event coordination, credentialing, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations and successful events.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves coordinating meeting logistics, managing credentialing and travel arrangements, reconciling corporate cards, assisting with talent and executive guest logistics, processing invoices and contracts, supporting smaller league meetings, and helping with various special events and ad-hoc projects.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary range is $75,000 to $85,000 with benefits including a safe and healthy workplace policy, COVID-19 vaccination requirements for onsite work, and potential travel opportunities.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of event planning experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong organizational and communication skills, discretion, and the ability to travel approximately 20%.

  • Work environment and culture

    The NBA values diversity, inclusion, confidentiality, and a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with opportunities for independent work and teamwork.

  • Company information

    The NBA is a major sports organization committed to diversity, safety, and health, with a focus on providing a secure workplace and supporting its employees and community.

  • Job location and travel

    The position offers remote work one day per week and requires travel both domestic and international, with work primarily in New York and New Jersey offices.

  • Unique job features

    The role includes unique responsibilities such as managing internal hotel reservation systems, coordinating executive-level event logistics, and working within a high-profile sports organization.

Company overview

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional basketball league in North America composed of 30 teams. It generates revenue through various streams including television broadcasting rights, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and ticket sales. Founded in 1946 as the Basketball Association of America (BAA), it merged with the National Basketball League (NBL) in 1949 to become the NBA. The league is renowned for its global influence, star athletes, and significant cultural impact on sports and entertainment.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your event planning experience, especially with VIP or executive-level coordination, emphasizing your organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

  • Showcase your proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as these are critical for managing meetings, travel, and departmental logistics.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the NBA's official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.

  • Connect with professionals in the Corporate Services or Events divisions at the NBA on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent NBA events or expressing enthusiasm for the NBA's commitment to innovative corporate services.

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