Senior Event Planner

Job Description: The Senior Event Planner will be responsible for in-person and virtual events, from concept through completion for a large global law firm. Essential Job Responsibilities • Manage all aspects of event planning while staying on budget and meet strict guidelines • Build and nurture relationships with vendors, venues, and other industry contacts while implementing the creative and logistical aspects of all events • Work with internal staff, clients, and vendors to coordinate and establish the requirements for an event • Liaise with senior executives and industry leaders throughout the planning process • Coordinate visit sites and lead pre-event meetings to help event coordinators make decisions about event design • Plan and facilitate logistics for all events, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, and decor • Oversee client experiences from conception through post-event review; manage on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown; and ensure consistent, high-level service throughout all phases • Build and maintain a comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors, and venues • Provide day of assistance and management for all in-person and virtual events • Manage virtual events/webinars from end-to-end (i.e. stakeholder-intake, tech runs, event follow up) Qualifications & Requirements • 5+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in a law firm environment • Technically adept • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple aspects of an event • Maintain confidential information • Ability to excel under pressure and provide quality work product • Clearly and effectively communicate with varying levels of people within the organization • Work productively and cooperatively with other employees • Lead a team of event coordinators through mentorship and support • Ability to lift or move 40 lbs. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.