Events Manager

Akin • Washington, WA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is seeking an Events Manager in the Marketing department. Based in the firm’s Washington, DC offices at K Street and Capitol Hill, with hybrid work capabilities, this role reports to the Director of Events. The Events Manager plans and manages logistics for firm-hosted seminars and receptions, the firm’s participation in tradeshows and conferences, internal events, and retreats. The position also provides on-site support for Capitol Hill client events and supports the global events team. The Events Manager is expected to serve as a positive role model and mentor, provide superior service to clients, attorneys, advisors, and staff, and contribute to efficient departmental operations, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5–7 years of marketing or special events experience, including at least 3 years of people or project management responsibility.
• Project management experience is essential.
• Willingness to travel and work some nights and weekends.
• Self-starter able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritize workload, work independently, and complete tasks under time pressure.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong work ethic, and professionalism when interacting with internal and external contacts.
• Flexibility and creativity in responding to attorneys’ individualized needs, working with attorneys and staff, and reacting appropriately to difficult situations.
• Strong computer skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Commitment to professional growth and development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Previous law firm or political experience.
• Salesforce experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute logistics for special events and programs.
• Provide on-site management and support for Capitol Hill client events, including events involving elected officials, government agency representatives, policy experts, trade associations, and industry leaders.
• Support the global events team by managing mailing lists, researching venues, planning practice-based events and retreats, supporting firmwide ticketed events, and preparing event materials.
• Work with business development teams and partners to develop event strategy, including the mission, budget, target audience, topics, speakers, format, alumni relations, and co-sponsors as appropriate.
• Research and select venues, and arrange contracts for venues, food, audiovisual needs, and related services.
• Create and edit event lists and invitations, and maintain current event details in Salesforce.
• Liaise with catering, facilities, security, design, and business development teams to support successful firm events.
• Process check requests and invoices in ChromeRiver and manage event budgets and expense tracking.
• Review and negotiate event contracts and proposals in accordance with firm standards and policies.
• Manage vendor relationships.
• Coordinate production of nametags, signage, gifts, and other event materials.
• Maintain project timelines and status reports, and provide attorneys and staff with regular updates.
• Prepare post-event reports analyzing attendance, audience engagement, budget performance, and follow-up opportunities.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.

Benefits

• Health and other insurance benefits.
• 401(k) eligibility.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Various paid time off benefits.
• Other financial and/or benefits may be included in the total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

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