Events Coordinator

Lincoln International•Chicago, IL

1d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,200 professionals across 16 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Learn more at www.lincolninternational.com. At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients. Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts. Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration. Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays. The Events Coordinator will play a key support role within Lincoln International’s growing global Events team and broader Marketing function. This position will lead in the planning, organization, and execution of virtual client-facing events and support in-person events, with a strong focus on virtual conferences and webinars. The Events Coordinator will work closely with colleagues across Brand, Content, and Digital to ensure events align with Lincoln’s global marketing strategy and reinforce the firm’s reputation for exceptional client engagement. The Events Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting Lincoln’s integrated marketing strategy — ensuring every event, whether virtual or in-person, reinforces the firm’s brand, enhances client relationships, and drives meaningful business impact. This position provides hands-on exposure to global marketing operations, collaboration across marketing disciplines, and direct involvement in Lincoln’s expanding virtual event programs. It’s an ideal opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented, professional to lead key events and develop a broad foundation in corporate marketing and events within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field is required (or equivalent progressive professional experience).
Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in corporate event management, virtual event production, or marketing program leadership, including demonstrated experience in leading and managing complex global virtual conferences (e.g., events 1,000+ attendees).
Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to govern multiple simultaneous high-priority global programs and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
Superior written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly to executive leadership and external clients.
Expert proficiency in comprehensive event management systems (e.g., Cvent, Eventbrite, or similar) is required, alongside proven experience utilizing virtual event platforms (e.g., Zoom Events, ON24, Webex Events).
Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence necessary to effectively partner, influence, and provide white-glove support to executive-level stakeholders and colleagues across global and cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to operate autonomously, manage complex issues, and drive results in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Proactive, collaborative approach with a relentless focus on driving exceptional, high-quality deliverables.
Flexibility and willingness to work overtime during peak periods and support on-site events, including periodic international travel as required.

Responsibilities

Event Management
Global PCM Conference Oversight: Lead the full-cycle planning, production, and execution of 2–3 major virtual global, multi-industry Private Capital Market (PCM) conferences annually. This includes managing all logistics for events with approximately 2,000 attendees and participation from hundreds of global bankers.
Webinar Program Delivery: Lead and manage the end-to-end production and delivery of quarterly US and European Valuatoins and Opinions Group (VOG) webinars and ad hoc webinars, working closely with global leadership to shape content and audience strategy.
In-Person Events (as required): Strategically support the delivery of high-profile, in-person events, such as executive roundtables, exclusive client dinners, and roadshows, managing budgets, vendor selection, and on-site execution to ensure premium brand experience.
Stakeholder Engagement
Executive Presenter Support: Provide comprehensive executive-level support to executive-level presenters and global leadership, ensuring a seamless, professional, and high-quality experience before and during all events.
Primary Point of Contact: Serve as the central liaison for virtual events for all internal teams (e.g., Marketing, Sales, Valuations & Opinions) and external clients, guaranteeing seamless execution and high-quality attendee experiences.
Strategic Business Development Facilitation: Coordinate and schedule targeted, high-value one-on-one meetings between executive presenters and key private equity sponsors to directly facilitate strategic business development opportunities.
Marketing Integration & Performance Measurement
Marketing & Engagement: Develop and execute marketing strategies and optimize production formats (e.g., platform features, interactive elements) to maximize reach, increase attendee engagement, and directly support client relationship growth.
Data & Performance Reporting: Oversee the collection and analysis of all virtual event data, including attendee feedback, engagement metrics, and registration patterns. Produce insightful post-event reporting to inform marketing strategy and measure ROI.
Post-Event Content Management: Manage and monitor the post-webinar and post-conference follow-up process, including timely monitoring and response to inbox requests for recordings and slides, and partnering with bankers and conference teams to vet and approve access.
Financial & Systems Stewardship
Budget & ROI Oversight: Manage the preparation of budget reports for specific events and sponsorships.
System Stewardship: Maintain virtual event dashboards and calendars and contribute to robust process documentation and knowledge-sharing to strengthen continuity and standards across the marketing and events functions.