Senior Events Manager

Fenwick & West; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks a Senior Events Manager to drive high-impact events and sponsorships across U.S. markets. This role involves strategic planning, execution, and team collaboration, offering a hybrid work arrangement with travel requirements. Ideal for experienced professionals in event management with a strong background in law or professional services.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Wellness programs

Financial benefits and savings plans

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant event management experience, preferably in law or professional services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Leading planning, coordination, and execution of firmwide and cross-practice events.
• Managing budgets and resources.
• Mentoring junior team members and fostering a collaborative environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Salesforce

Splash

Marketo

Microsoft Office

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Job Description Summary

Fenwick is seeking a Senior Manager of Events who will play a pivotal role in the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact events and sponsorships that elevate Fenwick’s brand and support firmwide business development objectives across U.S. markets. Working under the guidance of the current Senior Manager of Events, this role requires an experienced professional who can independently lead events, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process optimization and innovation. The Senior Manager will oversee key multi-practice events from concept to post-event debriefs and will actively collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-caliber programs that drive engagement and results.

This position can be based in our Silicon Valley (CA), San Francisco (CA), or Santa Monica (CA) office locations and offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work both from home and at your designated Fenwick office. The frequency of in-office work will be determined by business needs and guided by your department's directives. The Senior Manager must be willing and able to travel for events and be available for occasional evening and weekend programs.

Job Responsibilities include:

1. Leading planning, coordination, and execution of firmwide and cross-practice events.
2. Partnering with leadership to align events with firm priorities.
3. Managing logistics and on-site representation.
4. Developing strategic event plans.
5. Managing budgets and resources.
6. Utilizing event management tools like Splash, Salesforce, and Marketo.
7. Collaborating on data and metrics reporting.
8. Mentoring junior team members and fostering a collaborative environment.
9. Recommending program enhancements based on market trends.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant event management experience, preferably in law or professional services.
• Bachelor’s degree required; PMP certification a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Splash, Marketo, and related platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Benefits:

Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits, including healthcare, insurance, and savings plans.

Salary Range: $138,000 - $206,250, depending on experience and qualifications.

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