Senior Events Executive

An international law firm is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Senior Events Executive to join its newly established centralised events function on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced events professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality corporate hospitality, in-person and virtual events that strengthen client relationships and elevate the firm’s market profile.

Working closely with Business Development, Brand and Marketing Communications teams - as well as Partners, Directors and senior fee-earners - you will help shape and execute an impactful events programme aligned with strategic priorities across jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Development colleagues to develop and deliver an events programme aligned with service line priorities and target markets.
• Contribute creative ideas for innovative formats, venues and experiences that differentiate the firm and maximise client engagement.
• Support adherence to standardised workflows, governance processes and best practice.
• Research and assess event requests, providing informed recommendations to maximise impact and ROI.
• Ensure all events comply with firm policies, brand standards, financial controls and relevant regulatory considerations.
• Manage end-to-end delivery of a broad range of events, including seminars, webinars, conferences, roundtables, thought-leadership events and industry exhibitions.
• Coordinate client entertainment and corporate hospitality activities.
• Work closely with colleagues across jurisdictions to provide consistent, high-quality event support.
• Oversee logistics including venues, suppliers, catering, production, branding and merchandise, ensuring seamless integration with marketing campaigns.
• Manage budgets, monitor spend and identify opportunities for cost optimisation without compromising quality.
• Attend events as required to oversee delivery and stakeholder management — including occasional overseas travel.
• Manage invitations, RSVPs and attendance tracking, ensuring effective CRM integration to support client intelligence and BD activity.
• Produce post-event reports covering attendance analysis, budget tracking and insights to inform future planning.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• 3–4 years’ experience in an events role, with responsibility for planning and delivering multiple corporate events simultaneously.
• Strong logistics, supplier coordination, budgeting and attendee management experience.
• Proficiency with CRM, email marketing and event management platforms.
• Tech-savvy with strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience delivering virtual and hybrid events is desirable.
• Background in professional services or a corporate environment, with an understanding of client-focused standards and expectations.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Confident managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• A client-service mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality, on-brand experiences.