Events Executive – London

Blue Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning international law firm is seeking an Events Executive to oversee the execution of both virtual and in-person events in London. You will plan and execute events, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage budgets. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience in event management within professional services and strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in event management in professional services.
• Outstanding project management skills with a track record of executing high-quality events.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a range of internal and client-facing events.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders throughout the event process.
• Manage event budgets and conduct venue research.

Skills

Project management skills

Collaboration

Excel proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Vuture

InterAction/CRM systems

Job description

Location: London
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Market Rate
Contract type: Permanent Date posted: 27/09/2024

An award winning international law firm is looking for an Events Executive to join their events team in London. The successful candidate will oversee the execution of both virtual and in-person events, offering strategic advice and assistance to team members and stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong project management skills, a proactive mindset, and an ability to work well within a collaborative team setting.

The Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute a range of events, both client-facing and internal, as part of the firm’s business development strategy. This includes managing events from inception, planning, and setting objectives through to delivery and post-event evaluation.
• Collaborate closely with fee earners to ensure they are well-informed and engaged throughout the entire event process.
• Adhere to company policies and industry best practices to ensure consistent program quality, effective cost management, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct venue research and develop tailored event proposals based on specific business needs, including considerations for budget, location, and guest numbers.
• Manage, update, and reconcile event budgets, ensuring financial oversight at all stages.
• Coordinate with venues and other event vendors to secure services and manage logistics.
• Produce event materials and collaborate with the in-house design team for creative input when necessary.

The Candidate:

• Have at least two years of experience in event management, ideally within a professional services environment.
• Possess outstanding project management skills and a proven track record of successfully executing high-quality events.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; familiarity with Vuture and InterAction/CRM systems is a plus.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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