Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP · 6 hours ago
Event Planner
Washington, District of Columbia
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $126K/yr
5+ years expMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms, is seeking an Event Planner to join their Firmwide Events Team. This role is responsible for planning and executing firm-sponsored events, ensuring seamless delivery and adherence to firm best practices.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the lead planner for assigned events, owning timelines, logistics, and execution from concept through completion
Plan and execute firm-sponsored internal and external events, including client events, conferences, CLE programs, webinars, and social activities
Develop event plans, timelines, and task lists, and clearly communicate expectations and deadlines to stakeholders
Anticipate and adapt to last-minute changes while maintaining a high level of service, professionalism, and attention to detail
Coordinate logistics for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including venue sourcing, catering, audiovisual needs, registration, signage, materials, décor, and on-site support
Serve as the primary point of contact with venues and vendors during contracting, planning, execution, and post-event stages, liaising with firm counsel as needed
Create and manage event budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring timely processing of vendor payments in accordance with firm procedures
Coordinate with internal teams, including travel services, to support event logistics such as rooming lists and transportation
Plan and execute virtual and hybrid events, including webinars, timelines, testing, hosting, creative elements, and post-event reporting
Utilize and support virtual event platforms and tools to deliver client-facing and internal webinars
Provide on-site coordination for events, including directing venues, vendors, and event staff
Support event setup, execution, and breakdown as required
Lead post-event follow-up, including attendance reporting, budget reconciliation, feedback collection, and debrief materials
Maintain organized event plans, budgets, timelines, and records within Events team systems and databases
Support firm sponsorships, trade shows, and large internal firm events, including the Partner Meeting
Maintain awareness of event trends, technologies, firm protocols, and best practices
Travel to other firm offices or external locations as needed to support events
Work extended or non-standard hours as required to meet business and event needs
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant professional event, meeting, or conference planning experience
Experience planning corporate or client-facing events, preferably within a law firm, professional services firm, corporate environment, or agency focused on corporate events
Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with a strong client service orientation
Ability to build and maintain relationships in a highly matrixed environment
Sound judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications
Preferred
Experience with CVENT, OnArrival, ON24, and Webex preferred
Familiarity with CLE requirements is a plus
Benefits
Medical coverage
Parental leave
Paid time off
Income protection programs
401(k) eligibility
Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Company
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
From our offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we work with clients ranging from established, global Fortune 100 companies to enterprising startups.
1001-5000 employees
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