Senior Event Planner - Washington, DC

Epiq is a global leader in legal services, specializing in innovative and technology-driven solutions that support law firms and corporations in managing complex legal matters. As a well-established company committed to excellence, Epiq offers a collaborative and dynamic work environment where growth and professional development are highly encouraged. With its presence across the globe, Epiq prides itself on fostering diversity and inclusion while maintaining a strong ethical foundation. This is reflected in their equal employment opportunity policies, which prohibit discrimination and promote affirmative action. The company is dedicated to providing the necessary accommodations to ensure a fair application process for everyone, supporting individuals with disabilities and considering applicants with arrest or conviction records fairly according to relevant laws.

The Senior Event Planner role at Epiq is a critical position responsible for managing both in-person and virtual events from concept through completion for a large global law firm client. This position offers an annual salary ranging from 66,164 to 82,175 USD, with the potential to earn an additional bonus based on performance. The ideal candidate for this role is passionate, creative, and detail-oriented, with extensive expertise in all facets of event planning. This includes the ability to handle meetings, conferences, budget management, venue scouting, equipment logistics, room setup, and on-the-day management and assistance.

In this role, the Senior Event Planner will work closely with internal staff, clients, and vendors to ensure the seamless organization and execution of events that meet high standards and strict budgetary guidelines. This includes building and nurturing relationships with vendors, venues, and industry contacts, as well as liaising with senior executives and industry leaders throughout the planning process. The planner will oversee all aspects of event logistics, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparations, presentation materials, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, and décor. They will also be responsible for managing virtual events and webinars from start to finish, involving stakeholder intake, technology runs, and post-event follow-up.

The role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities while working productively and cooperatively with colleagues. Leadership skills are essential, as the Senior Event Planner will also mentor and support a team of event coordinators. Physical requirements include the ability to lift or move packages up to 40 lbs, operate wheeled carts carrying up to 75 lbs, and endure extended periods of walking, bending, kneeling, standing, or sitting.

Epiq emphasizes a supportive work culture full of enthusiastic, high-performing individuals. Working in this position means being part of a team that values creativity, quality, and high-level service throughout every stage of event management. The company’s benefits package includes a range of options designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and work-life balance. Overall, this role offers a rewarding career opportunity for an experienced event professional looking to make an impact within a reputable and dynamic legal services firm.

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 or greater
Ability to grasp, lift or carry packages on a standard wheeled cart with a load capacity of 75 lbs
Ability to walk, bend, kneel, stand or sit for an extended period of time
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