Event Coordinator

The Goodkind Group, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodkind Group, LLC in New York, NY is seeking an Event Assistant/Coordinator to support planning and execution of firm events. You will manage project tasks, timelines and vendor coordination to deliver polished gatherings.

You will collaborate with lawyers, staff and external vendors, handle site and menu selections, RSVPs and logistics, and ensure compliance with firm policies. Some travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of event planning experience.
• Strong project management, organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of NY venues and vendors preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Energetic, detailed, professional demeanor.
• Ability to travel domestically and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event project management including site/menu selection, invitations, RSVPs, and staffing.
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders on event planning.
• Communicate event timelines, scheduling and logistics to key stakeholders.
• Adhere to firm information security policies and protect firm assets.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Job description

Top NY Law Firm hiring Event Assistant/Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Assist with the project management of events including site selection, menu selection, design of invitation, RSVPs, list management, onsite staffing, transportation and follow-up.
• Collaborate with vendors, team members and key stakeholders on the planning of Firm events.
• Communicate event timelines, scheduling and logistics with key stakeholders.
• In addition, responsibilities related to maintaining Firm and client information are to be adhered to by all employees. This includes complying with the Firm’s information security policies, protecting Firm assets from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference, and reporting security events or potential events or other security risks to management.

Qualifications

• 3 years of event planning experience.

Required Skills

• Strong project management, organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of NY Venues and Vendors preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Energetic, detailed person with a professional service-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively with lawyers, staff and vendors at all professional levels to implement successful events.
• Ability to work independently, meet multiple deadlines and respond well to change.
• Willingness to travel to domestic locations to assist with Firm events and work overtime as needed.