Event Planning Assistant

Soni is currently looking for an Event Planning Coordinator to support a global Law Firm. The position is being filled on a temporary basis. The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week in an office in one of the following cities: Boston (MA), Chicago (IL), Denver (CO), Los Angeles (CA), Miami (FL), New York (NY), Palo Alto (CA), Reston (VA), San Diego (CA), San Francisco (CA), Santa Monica (CA), Seattle (WA), Washington, DC. The Coordinator is responsible to provide support to the Firm\'s events team.
Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Execution: Lead all aspects of firm-hosted events, including strategy, venue/vendor negotiations, logistics coordination, budget management, communications, and on-site/virtual execution.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with internal teams (catering, tech, office services, etc.) to ensure seamless event operations and support.
Marketing & Materials Management: Oversee promotional items and event collateral, ensuring availability and alignment with branding.
Post-Event & CRM Responsibilities: Conduct post-event analysis, maintain accurate contact data in CRM for business development, and handle additional assigned duties. Preferred Requirements Technical & Professional Requirements: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, iManage, CRM tools, and virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom); 2+ years of experience in event planning
Preferred Background: Bachelor\'s degree in business, marketing, or related field; experience in professional services environments with legal/law firm industry knowledge.
Core Competencies: Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and deadline management skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure; assertive yet adaptable communication style.
Communication & Relationship Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to build professional relationships across departments; reliable, responsive, and enthusiastic about marketing initiatives.
Compensation: $30-$35/ Hour
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.