About the Role
The Senior Specialist - Client Events, US is an integral part of Latham’s Events team. This role will be responsible for executing a high volume of hospitality events for the Washington D.C. and New York markets, as well as, supporting team members on larger event initiatives within the US, while working with key stakeholders to define event objectives and thoughtfully design events accordingly, and post-event, measuring success against outlined objectives and providing recommendations to extend the life-cycle of the event and capturing additional return on investment. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
- Drafting budgets for events, seminars, and corporate hospitality, and maintaining records of expenditure throughout each event project
- Working closely with the Manager 6 Client Events to process eventrelated expenses and report on return on investment (ROI) through the production of postevent reports
- Coordinating general event planning administration, including sourcing relevant materials, preparing delegate lists, issuing invitations, preparing mailshots and working with the InterAction team on client mailings, processing RSVPs, and creating name badges
- Leading the development and execution of internal communications, including eventrelated communications
- Working closely with partners and fee earners in the preparation of seminar materials, such as slides and handouts
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
We9d love to hear from you if you:
- Exhibit good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Possess welldeveloped and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with clients and staff at all organizational levels of the firm
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with a customerservice focus
And have:
- A bachelor99s degree or equivalent
- An events qualification, preferably
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a business development or marketing role
- Experience in a professional services environment, preferably
Benefits & Additional Information
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham99s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
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Pay RangeUSD $100,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.