Guest Experience & Events Coordinator

Holland & Knight; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans PPO/HDHPs

Dental & Vision coverage including TP/

Domestic partner coverage

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance (short & long)

FSAs/HSAs (health)

Dependent care FSAs

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays & PTO

Caregiving resources

Job summary

Holland & Knight, based in Washington D.C., is seeking an events and office services professional to coordinate meetings and support daily operations in our D.C. office.

The role involves organizing catering, coordinating with vendors, managing meeting spaces, and assisting with administrative tasks. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in related settings, with strong customer service and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in related area (coordinating events, hospitality, restaurants, etc).
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to conduct projects with little supervision.
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor under pressure.
• Professional appearance and manner required for interaction with clients, attorneys, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination and execution of various meetings and events.
• Assist caterers for meetings and events, including communicating and placing orders with vendors.
• Utilize familiarity with office and conference layouts to facilitate meeting logistics.
• Collaborate with other departments, including marketing.
• Maintain and stock kitchens, conference rooms, and visitor offices.
• Set up and break down beverage, coffee, and food arrangements for daily meetings.
• Manage inventory of supplies and maintain kitchen pantries, including coffee machines and other appliances.
• Perform light administrative duties such as scanning, copying, and invoicing.
• Serve as a back-up receptionist by answering and directing calls to appropriate individuals and greeting guests and visitors.
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Holland & Knight, based in Washington D.C., is seeking an events and office services professional to coordinate meetings and support daily operations in our D.C. office.

The role involves organizing catering, coordinating with vendors, managing meeting spaces, and assisting with administrative tasks. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in related settings, with strong customer service and professionalism.