Associate, Culture & Events

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams. We have a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities.

Tower is home to some of the world’s best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower portfolio managers to build their teams and strategies independently while providing the economies of scale that come from a large, global organization. 

Engineers thrive at Tower while developing electronic trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging problems in the realms of low-latency programming, FPGA technology, hardware acceleration and machine learning. Our ongoing investment in top engineering talent and technology ensures our platform remains unmatched in terms of functionality, scalability and performance.

At Tower, every employee plays a role in our success. Our Business Support teams are essential to building and maintaining the platform that powers everything we do — combining market access, data, compute, and research infrastructure with risk management, compliance, and a full suite of business services. Our Business Support teams enable our trading and engineering teams to perform at their best.

At Tower, employees will find a stimulating, results-oriented environment where highly intelligent and motivated colleagues inspire each other to reach their greatest potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and provide support to the Manager, Culture & Events to maintain Tower’s unique culture 
• Support all day-to day event operations in the main NY office & provide remote support for all offices in the AMER region as needed
• Provide creative input and share new ideas and improvements with the team
• Assist with calendar management for all corporate events (sports activities, happy hours, family days, etc.) throughout the year
• Research new events and evaluate effectiveness and participation of current events
• Assist in drafting and updating written processes, standards, and procedures for the department
• Publicize and draft communications for events including e-mails, signage, and other shared materials
• Help manage vendor accounts, communication, and documentation
• Coordinate with other teams including IT and Corporate Services on events
• Assist with event logistics and set up

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 1-2 years of event management experience
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for employees and managers at all levels

Anticipated annual base salary range $60,000 - $80,000, plus eligible for discretionary bonus.

BENEFITS

Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world. 

At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win.

Our benefits include:

• Generous paid time off policies
• Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily 
• In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more) 
• Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events (JPM Corporate Challenge, Cycle for Survival, Wall Street Rides FAR and more)
• Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving 
• Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
• Workshops and continuous learning opportunities

At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together.

Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.