Upstart

Office Management & Workplace Events Lead

Upstart$119K — $162K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 4+ years in office management or workplace operations
  • Experience in corporate office operations including facilities or events
  • Experience managing relationships with external service providers
  • Preferred: Experience with office openings or relocations
  • Preferred: Support for executive meetings or onsite events
  • Preferred: Knowledge of space planning or office logistics

Responsibilities

  • Launch and operationalize the NYC office
  • Own daily office operations including reception and catering
  • Partner with building management for facilities and safety compliance
  • Plan and coordinate onsite meetings and events
  • Manage vendor relationships for office services
  • Track and maintain workplace data like headcount and budget

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation including base pay and bonuses
  • 401(k) with a significant company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Comprehensive health coverage including wellness resources
  • Income protection benefits like life insurance and disability
  • Paid family and parental leave
  • Annual wellness and productivity allowances
  • EAP for mental health and life resources
  • Team events and community connection opportunities
  • Onsite perks like catered lunches
Full Job Description
The Team

Upstart's Office Management + Workplace Events team is responsible for creating environments where Upstarters can do their best work-whether they're collaborating in person or operating in a digital-first model. The team focuses on building thoughtful, scalable workplace experiences that support productivity, connection, and operational excellence across our offices.

As the Office Management and Workplace Events Lead, you will play a key role in launching Upstart's New York City office and bringing our Digital First strategy to life in a new market. You will own the day-to-day onsite experience and help establish the systems, processes, and partnerships that make the office a functional and welcoming space from day one. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure in a new environment while delivering a consistent, high-quality workplace experience.

How you'll make an impact

Launch and operationalize the NYC office, establishing day-to-day workflows, vendor partnerships, and employee experience standardsOwn daily office operations, including reception, catering, mail services, seating coordination, and guest experiencePartner with building management to support facilities operations, safety compliance, and implementation of building protocolsPlan and coordinate onsite meetings, events, and team gatherings in partnership with IT, Executive Administration, and People OperationsManage vendor relationships, including onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing coordination of servicesTrack and maintain workplace data, including headcount, space usage, and basic budget tracking

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 4+ years of experience in office management, workplace operations, or administrative operations roles
  • Experience coordinating office operations in a corporate environment, including facilities, events, or employee services
  • Experience working with external vendors or service providers to support workplace operations

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting office openings, relocations, or new workplace initiatives
  • Experience supporting executive-facing meetings or onsite events
  • Knowledge of workplace operations processes such as space planning or office logistics
  • Ability to coordinate across teams such as IT, People Operations, and Executive Administration
  • Experience working in a fast-paced or high-growth environment

Location, Time zone, and travel requirements

Position location: This role is based in Midtown Manhattan (NYC) and requires in-office presence

Time zone requirements:The team operates on East Coast time

Travel requirements: You may travel once or twice per year to other Upstart offices for team onsite meetings; travel expenses are covered

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At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location-with our "digital first" philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k).

United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range

$119,000-$162,000 USD

What you'll love

At Upstart, our benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, family, and personal growth. Here's what you can expect:
  • Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
  • Retirement benefits to help you plan for the future, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees (US only)
  • Comprehensive health coverage designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US and supplemental health coverage for Canada.
  • Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans (US only)
  • Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage for added financial security
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local requirements
  • Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country)
  • Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
  • Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service (US Only)
  • Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
  • Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
  • Connection and community through team events, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
  • Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our offices in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!)

For roles based in Canada, please note that we are not currently able to hire in Quebec.

About Upstart

Upstart is a lending platform that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate the borrowing process. The company was founded in 2012 by ex-Googlers and has since originated over $10 billion in loans. Upstart's platform uses non-traditional variables such as education and employment history to determine creditworthiness, which allows for more accurate risk assessment and better loan terms for borrowers. The company went public in December 2020 and is listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol UPST.
Learn more about Upstart
Size
100 employees
Market Cap
$1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$11 million
Founded
2012
Revenue
$205.3 million
NASDAQ

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