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Considine Search · 23 hours ago

Events Specialist

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$80K/yr - $112K/yr

4+ years exp

Considine Search is seeking a Business Development & Events Specialist who will play a crucial role in creating impactful client experiences. This position involves coordinating logistics for events across their New York office and other U.S. markets, ensuring alignment with business development goals.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Corinne McKeever

Responsibilities

Coordinate the full lifecycle of client events-receptions, seminars, and thought-leadership programs-across New York and other firm markets

Lead end-to-end event logistics, including venue sourcing, vendor and catering management, A/V, décor, transportation, marketing materials, run-of-show creation, and onsite execution

Serve as a trusted advisor to attorneys and Marketing colleagues, ensuring every program reflects firm standards and delivers an elevated client experience

Oversee invitation workflows from drafting and distribution to RSVP tracking, list management, and follow-up communication

Manage event budgets by securing vendor estimates, tracking expenses, and ensuring alignment with approved cost parameters

Act as the primary coordinator for New York–based events, partnering closely with the Senior Business Development & Events Manager and the broader Marketing Events Team while maintaining knowledge of key venues, trends, and experiential opportunities

Support post-event business development efforts through follow-up coordination, internal debriefs, and data updates in Salesforce; use internal tools (Salesforce, Outlook, document-management systems) to manage workflows and enable strong cross-office coordination

Uphold the firm’s Client Service Principles by communicating clearly with attorneys, colleagues, and clients; modeling professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment; and managing rapid-turnaround requests typical of the New York events environment

Qualification

Event managementVendor managementProject managementSalesforceCommunication skillsMultitaskingProfessionalismResilienceAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent significant experience

At least four years of event management—ideally within a law firm, professional services environment, or the New York events landscape

Demonstrated success managing complex event logistics, vendor relationships, and high-touch, client-facing programs

Strong project-management and multitasking skills, with the ability to balance competing deadlines and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy across writing, copy editing, research, and data management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to interact effectively with partners, clients, and senior stakeholders

Proven ability to assess information quickly, anticipate issues, adapt to changing circumstances, and make sound decisions under pressure

High level of professionalism, resourcefulness, and resilience, including the ability to work independently, handle shifting priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform onsite event tasks