NERA Events Coordinator (Washington DC)

Austin Community College; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Tuition assistance

401K savings and retirement programs

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Events Coordinator to support planning and execution of events, including internal meetings and client engagements. This role requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of events experience, preferably in a professional environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. The position offers a competitive salary of $58,000 - $65,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of events experience in a professional services environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of a broad range of events.
• Maintain the internal events calendar and track inventory.
• Monitor RSVP progress using CRM and create name badges.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Interpersonal and communication skills

Client service skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Experience with Zoom, Cvent, Salesforce

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, events management, or a related field

Tools

Cvent

Salesforce

Zoom

Job description

Overview

The Events Coordinator is a key member of NERA’s Events Team within the firm’s Business Development and Marketing function. This role is responsible for supporting the planning and seamless execution of a broad range of events—including internal meetings, client-facing engagements, and virtual, in-house, and offsite events—to support business development and the promotion of firmwide initiatives by delivering engaging and impactful event experiences, and foster client relationships. The Events Coordinator reports directly to the Senior Specialist of Events and may also receive assignments from the Events Manager, who is the Senior Specialist’s supervisor. This reporting structure ensures close guidance and collaboration while offering opportunities to contribute to broader event management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Event Administration

• Update the events venue guide by researching new restaurants and other venues in key cities. Add new venues, remove outdated data, and ensure contact details are current.
• Maintain the internal events calendar, in coordination with the business development team.
• Track event supply inventory, research ideas for new branded promotional items, provide updates when new supplies are required, and maintain the NERA store.
• Create draft CLE certificates as needed our CLE-specific programming
• Facilitate shipments to and from event sites.
• Update NERA’s Cvent address book
• Other duties as assigned.

Event Planning and Execution

• Work with events team on all aspects of events, including Zoom webinars, CLE programs, client receptions and dinners, seminars and internal firm events, from the initial planning stages to on-site execution.
• Create and maintain registration websites, and manage event invitations and communication through our events platform, Cvent.
• Monitor RSVP progress using our CRM platform, Salesforce.
• Create and assemble name badges and other print collateral as needed for in-person events, in coordination with the design team and copyeditor.
• Coordinate with marketing colleagues and other relevant firm departments including human capital and technology services, amongst others, to ensure seamless delivery of events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Performance Metrics

• Track key metrics, collect feedback, and prepare post-event reports to evaluate success and identify areas for improvement.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, events management, hospitality or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of events experience, preferably in professional services environment.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling professional yet warm engagement with both clients and colleagues.
• Exceptional client service skills are characterized by proactive initiative, effective problem-solving, patience, attentiveness, and the ability to anticipate and address potential challenges before they arise.
• Willingness to travel with the ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends, when necessary.
• Enthusiastic and motivated self-starters with the ability to work independently while effectively collaborating under varying levels of supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience with Zoom, Cvent, Salesforce, and Monday, is preferred.
• Eagerness to learn, proactive attitude, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

The applicable base salary for this role is $58,000 - $65,000 per year.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

NERA’s clients value our ability to apply and communicate state-of-the-art approaches clearly and convincingly, our commitment to delivering unbiased findings, and our reputation for quality and independence. Our clients rely on the integrity and skills of our unparalleled team of economists, backed by the resources and reliability of one of the world’s largest economic consultancies. NERA serves clients from more than 25 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.NERA provides an environment in which dedication to client and project success, individual professional development, and fun are at the forefront.The work environment is collegial, and there are numerous opportunities to learn and connect with staff at all levels.