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King & Spalding · 2 months ago

Events Manager

Houston, Texas

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

King & Spalding is a leading global law firm committed to excellence in legal services. The Houston Events Manager will work closely with the Marketing team and lawyers to create and execute client-facing events, ensuring effective project management and adherence to timelines and budgets.

ConsultingLegal

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Qualification

Corporate event planningCMP certificationContract negotiationMicrosoft Office proficiencyCRM experienceOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

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

Preferred

Prior experience with Swoogo is a plus

Benefits

Health and wellness plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

401(k) plan

Profit sharing plan

Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Company

King & Spalding

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King & Spalding LLP is an American law firm with 129 years of service. It was founded in Atlanta.

Founded in 1885

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.kslaw.com/

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