Events Manager

McGuireWoods LLP • Washington, DC

11h • $132,900 - $199,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

McGuireWoods is seeking an experienced Events Manager to lead the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of a portfolio of firm events. The role takes ownership of events from concept through completion, collaborating with attorneys and business development, communications, and marketing technology teams to ensure events meet high standards of professionalism and brand excellence and support business development and client engagement goals.

The Events Manager is a senior-level project leader who does not directly manage reports, but mentors and guides supporting team members while working with substantial autonomy and close attention to detail. McGuireWoods is a law firm that has served corporate, individual, and nonprofit clients since 1834. Most employees have access to a hybrid remote option.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in event management, brand partnerships, or event marketing.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale events and complex projects independently.
• High precision in administrative tasks, written communications, date verification, and content formatting.
• Proficiency in budget creation, financial tracking, and using event management software or CRM systems for reporting and ROI analysis.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills and professionalism when engaging attorneys, corporate leadership, sponsors, and key clients.
• Interest in using AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient, high-impact work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in professional services or a law firm environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute an annual calendar of events, taking ownership of each event’s project life cycle.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, contract management, food and beverage service, and on-site execution.
• Manage the review and production of event communications and collateral, verifying dates, messaging, and target audience standards before public release.
• Oversee event budgets to promote cost efficiency and return on investment.
• Use internal systems to track attendance, measure event impact, and inform future strategies with data.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Marketing, and Communications teams.
• Delegate tasks to supporting team members and mentor them on event best practices.

Benefits

• Most employees are offered a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Excellent benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior