Specialist, Events (14-Month Contract)

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BLG's Specialist, Events partners with lawyers, business development professionals and firm leadership to design and deliver strategic client experiences that advance business development objectives, strengthen client relationships, and bring BLG's brand to life.

This 14-month maternity-leave contract covers strategic event planning for conferences, sponsorships, receptions and executive roundtables, with on-site leadership, budget oversight and collaboration across Marketing, CRM and Digital

Qualifications

• Must have degree in marketing, business or events.
• Minimum five to seven years of event planning experience.
• Experience in professional services or corporate/B2B environment is an asset.
• Strong ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop event strategies aligned with client relationship and brand objectives.
• Lead planning and execution of seminars, conferences, sponsorships and receptions.
• Manage budgets, timelines and vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with Marketing, CRM and Digital teams for integrated campaigns.
• Track performance and provide post-event insights for continuous improvement.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Project leadership

Client relationship development

Bilingual English/French

Education

University degree or college diploma in marketing, business administration, communications, event management or related discipline

Tools

CRM platforms

Digital event technologies

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Specialist, Events partners with lawyers, business development professionals and firm leadership to design and deliver strategic client experiences that advance business development objectives, strengthen client relationships, enhance BLG's market profile and bring the firm's brand to life.

As a key member of BLG's national Events team, the Specialist provides strategic event planning and advisory support, managing a diverse portfolio of client-facing experiences including conferences, seminars, sponsorships, receptions, executive roundtables and other branded experiences. The Specialist combines business acumen, project leadership and exceptional execution to deliver high-impact experiences that contribute meaningfully to client engagement and firm growth.

Please note that this is a 14-month contract position to fill a maternity leave.

Specific Areas of Responsibility

The Specialist, Events partners with lawyers, business development professionals and firm leadership to create and deliver impactful client experiences that strengthen relationships, elevate BLG's brand and support business growth. The Specialist is responsible for managing a portfolio of strategic events and ensuring their successful execution from concept through delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Event Planning & Delivery

• Partner with lawyers, Business Development professionals and firm leaders to develop event strategies that support client relationship-building, business development and brand objectives.
• Consult with stakeholders to define event goals, target audiences, success measures and desired outcomes.
• Provide strategic recommendations on event formats, attendee engagement and experience design to maximize impact.

Event & Client Experience Management

• Lead the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of client-facing events, including seminars, conferences, sponsorships, receptions and signature experiences.
• Develop project plans, budgets and timelines to ensure events are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standard.
• Deliver exceptional attendee experiences and provide on-site leadership to ensure flawless execution.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Integrated Marketing

• Build strong relationships with lawyers, business development professionals and internal stakeholders across the firm.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications, CRM, Digital and Creative Services teams to deliver integrated event campaigns and audience engagement strategies.
• Promote collaboration and best practice sharing across BLG's national events community.

Measurement & Continuous Improvement

• Track event performance, analyze results and prepare post-event insights and recommendations.
• Monitor industry trends and identify opportunities to enhance event effectiveness, attendee engagement and client experience.
• Contribute innovative ideas that differentiate BLG's event program and support business goals.

Event Operations & Governance

• Manage event budgets, vendors, contracts and procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, including CASL requirements and risk management standards.
• Oversee logistical requirements including venues, catering, audiovisual support, registration and event communications.
• University degree or college diploma in marketing, business administration, communications, event management or a related discipline. Certification in event management, meeting planning or project management is considered an asset.
• Minimum five to seven years of experience planning and delivering events within a complex corporate, professional services or B2B environment; law firm experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to develop event strategies and deliver high-impact client experiences that support business development, relationship-building and brand objectives.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of professional services marketing, business development and client relationship management.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships and effectively advise, influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, including budget management, vendor relations and competing deadlines.
• Experience applying event management best practices, including project planning, fiscal accountability, risk management and operational excellence.
• Experience using CRM platforms, digital event technologies and reporting tools to support event planning, audience engagement and performance measurement. Advanced Microsoft Office skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze event performance data and translate insights into recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills and a commitment to quality.
• Highly organized, resourceful and adaptable, with the ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a client-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.
• Energetic, collaborative and innovative, with a passion for creating exceptional client experiences and advancing business objectives.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is required for positions based in Montréal and is considered a strong asset for national positions based in other BLG offices, given the role's collaboration across BLG's national network.
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours and travel as required to support events and business needs.

The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors