Event Planner Jobs

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Event Planner position in our Austin, Dallas, Denver, or Phoenix offices. This position may work in the office or be hybrid.

The Event Planner is responsible for all activities as they relate to the development, negotiation, execution and follow-through of firm and client events. The position entails significant interaction with members of the Client Development department, several other departments within the firm, attorneys and clients. The position is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s attorneys and professional staff, as well as firm clients and business partners. Candidates must possess solid project management skills and must be capable of working well under pressure and quickly adapting to change in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication skills and professional appearance, demeanor and work ethic are required. Essential job functions include:

• Maintain master calendar of events and post events to internal and external websites.
• Prepare post-event reports that include attendee evaluations and ROI analysis.
• Participate in initial planning and strategy sessions with attorneys, business units, Client Development team members and other firm personnel.
• Utilize event technology and tools (e.g., mobile apps, polling, surveys) to enhance programs.
• Develop and manage budgets for all firm events in collaboration with Client Development staff, administrative directors, attorneys and business units.
• Plan, coordinate and execute online events using webinar platform.
• Conduct market, vendor and venue research and propose recommendations for events.
• Prepare event promotion plans and schedules; work with marketing team to execute communications.
• Develop, update and maintain event distribution lists using firm’s CRM system.
• Oversee and execute event production and coordinate staff and vendors as appropriate during onsite events.
• Provide overall logistic management for client-focused firm events and seminars. Responsibilities include contract negotiations with vendors and service providers; selection and coordination of sites and facilities; coordination and production of event material; management and coordination of all event details; and development of schedules.

Position Requirements

• Experience with webinar platforms, event apps and event technology preferred.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, and travel (within and to other markets) to events as needed; occasional weekends required.
• Experience with CRM software (e.g., InterAction) a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required.
• Strong organizational abilities. Excellent project management skills; must be capable of working well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Associate's degree in related field required; Bachelor's degree with major coursework in event management, marketing, communications or related area preferred.
• 5-7 years’ relevant experience managing meetings and events required, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. Please reach out to our HR team to request an accommodation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The full time base annual salary for this position in the Denver, CO market is expected to range between $67,000- $98,000. Salaries in other markets will vary depending on market data. Bonus opportunities are non-guaranteed, and are dependent upon individual and firm performance. Full time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

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Experience

Required

• 5 - 7 years: Relevant large-scale professional event planning experience
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with CRM software
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of webinar platforms, event apps and event technology.

Education

Required

• Associates or better in Marketing or related field

Preferred

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• Certified Meeting Planner