Senior Events Manager

Talent Frame are delighted to be working exclusively with a US Law Firm to hire a Senior Events Manager for a 15 month contract. This position involves leading the strategic planning and execution of high-profile events, both internal and external, that support business development, client engagement, and firm culture. The successful candidate will oversee complex, multi-office programmes and stakeholder relationships to deliver memorable and impactful events.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement event strategies aligned with the firm’s objectives, ensuring consistency across all event types.
• Plan, manage, and deliver a wide range of events including client programmes, seminars, conferences, webinars, social gatherings, and internal meetings.
• Coordinate cross-office and virtual event logistics, working closely with stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless execution.
• Research and recommend venues, formats, themes, and vendors; lead site visits and negotiate contract terms.
• Create detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, proactively managing risks and dependencies to meet deadlines.
• Build and lead event teams, delegating responsibilities effectively while overseeing external vendors and technology platforms.
• Manage event budgets, monitor expenses, reconcile costs, and produce post-event reporting to optimise outcomes and costs.
• Maintain comprehensive records, dashboards, and reporting tools to track event performance, attendance, and engagement metrics.
• Enhance event processes by developing and updating standard operating procedures and adopting new technologies and practices.
• Analyse event data to provide insights and recommendations that support continuous improvement and strategic decisions.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in event management within professional services, preferably law firms or corporate environments.
• Good people management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Sound financial knowledge for managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs.
• Experience leading diverse teams and managing external vendors and partners.
• Good understanding of event technology platforms (e.g., Cvent, Webex, ON24, OnArrival).
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage time effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities, attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach.

What’s on Offer
Salary: £90,000-£110,000

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity
Talent Frame are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.