Events Manager

McGuireWoods LLP • Charlotte, NC

11h • $120,800 - $181,200 • 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 owns event projects from concept through completion and works with attorneys and business development, communications, marketing, and marketing technology teams to ensure events meet high standards of professionalism and brand quality while supporting business development and client engagement goals.

The position does not directly manage reports, but serves as a senior-level project leader, mentoring and guiding supporting team members while working with substantial autonomy and attention to detail. McGuireWoods is a law firm that has served corporate, individual, and nonprofit clients since 1834. Most employees may have 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 use of 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 the annual calendar of events, taking ownership of each project’s life cycle.
• Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, contract management, food and beverage service, and on-site execution.
• Manage review and production of event communications and collateral, verifying dates, messaging, and target audience details for accuracy before release.
• Oversee event budgets to support cost efficiency and return on investment.
• Use internal systems to track attendance, measure event impact, and inform future event 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 have access to a hybrid remote option, offering 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