Event Manager

Job description

Events Manager

Top tier law firm

London

Hybrid working

About My Client

My client is a distinctive London-based law firm, renowned for its unique blend of expertise, agility, and culture. The firm is committed to building long-term careers, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, and delivering innovative solutions to clients. With a reputation for excellence and a personal approach, the firm offers a place where talented professionals can thrive.

Role Overview

The Events Manager will join a fast-paced and ambitious team, taking ownership of planning and delivering a wide range of events aligned with the firm’s strategic priorities. This role involves working closely with stakeholders across the business to ensure every event reflects the firm’s values and delivers a memorable experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive event management service for client, intermediary, and select internal events, from initial concept to post-event review.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring they are fully briefed and engaged throughout the event lifecycle.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of events and reporting on outcomes.
• Deliver a variety of events, from intimate dinners and roundtables to large-scale receptions and conferences, both in-person and online.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage contracts to secure competitive pricing and ensure compliance with firm policies.
• Provide hands-on support before and during events, ensuring seamless delivery and a positive experience for all attendees.
• Collaborate with the business development and marketing teams, offering advice and support on best practice and process.
• Foster strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors, and coordinate with procurement and office leads as needed.
• Stay up to date with industry standards and legal requirements affecting events.

Person Specification

• Extensive event management experience gained within a corporate or professional services environment.
• Proven track record of independently delivering successful, measurable events across a range of formats.
• Strong background in managing significant budgets and negotiating with external suppliers.
• Excellent organisational, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Confident communicator with strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Commercially minded, adaptable, and able to manage change effectively.
• High level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office, e-marketing tools, and event registration platforms.
• Meticulous attention to detail, able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Calm, positive, and results-focused, even under pressure.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional early mornings or evenings as required.

Equal Opportunities:

As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

15-01-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English