Events Manager - Houston, Texas
3 hours ago
Job description
King & Spalding is a leading global law firm with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the seamless delivery of legal services. We harness innovative technology and exceptional talent to meet the complex needs of our clients in a fast-paced and dynamic legal landscape.
The Houston Events Manager works closely with Marketing team colleagues and lawyers in the US on the creation and execution of client-facing events.Responsibilities:
Conduct event intake calls to collect details about the event objectives, recommend strategic event formats, document and communicate event deliverables, establish event milestones and ensure efficient project management with adherence to timeline and budget for all assigned events, in partnership with business development colleagues and key event stakeholders.
Lead meetings with event stakeholders to ensure key decisions are made and responsibilities relating to the project are assigned and executed.
Spearhead the research, selection and contract negotiation with all venues and suppliers. Manage relationships with vendors to control costs and maintain excellent service standards.
Develop and manage event budgets. Provide regular updates to relevant stakeholders. Ensure timely payment of all invoices.
Lead event execution, including the planning of all event logistics, on-site or virtual event support, and materials management, including the coordination of event deliverables such as name badges, signage, CLE forms and giveaways.
Actively facilitate and contribute to best practice-sharing with colleagues around the firm.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and comprehensive corporate event planning experience, preferably within a professional services or law firm environment.
CMP certification or willingness to obtain within the first year.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with absolute attention to detail.
Ability to develop strategic events based on information provided while leveraging their expertise and experience.
Ability to build productive relationships with event stakeholders, colleagues and vendors and must have experience interacting with senior professionals in a manner consistent with the firm's high service expectations.
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must also be able to work in a fast-paced environment, take initiative with all aspects of daily tasks and have the ability to coach and manage individuals assigned to each event.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and database management.
Expertise in negotiating contracts, creating RFP's, strategic sourcing, and budget and project management. CRM experience is required, preferably with the MS Dynamics and Vuture platforms. Prior experience with Swoogo is a plus.
The firm offers a generous total compensation package with bonuses and raises awarded in recognition of individual merit-based performance. All full-time Business Services employees may participate in King & Spalding's comprehensive benefit program including health and wellness plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts and a health savings account, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing plan, and a substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.
We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2,500 lawyers and business professionals worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.
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