Senior Events Coordinator

Greenberg Traurig•New York, NY

2d•$80,860 - $86,971•Onsite

About The Position

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment. Join our Marketing Team as Senior Events Coordinator located in our New York City office. We are seeking a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a keen attention to detail who ensures efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and strong problem-solving capabilities, we invite you to join our team. This role will be based in our New York City office. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. This role reports to the Director of Marketing. Position Summary The Senior Events Coordinator will work primarily with the IP/Tech, Life Sciences, Digital Infrastructure/Data Centers, and Data Privacy groups to plan and execute all aspects of client‑facing and internal events, while upholding the highest standards of client service and event execution. The Senior Events Coordinator will be responsible for a range of duties, in addition to supporting the firmwide events team, while working collaboratively with, and as an integral part of the global marketing and business development team. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

A self-starter and team player, able to accept direction, yet work independently
Excellent prioritization and time management skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
Strong client-first work ethic
Remain calm in the face of pressure
Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel within the organization and with external clients
A positive attitude, strong attention to detail and possesses excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills
Bachelor’s degree is required
Minimum 3-5 years marketing experience; legal or professional services marketing experience highly preferred
Technology Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook required
Demonstrates a basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), including core capabilities, limitations, and importance of data privacy, accuracy, verification, and ethical considerations within a professional services environment
Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar tools) and incorporate them responsibly into day-to-day workflows to enhance daily work tasks as appropriate and/or directed
Proactive approach to learning and adapting to emerging AI and related technologies and contributes to a culture of innovation

Responsibilities

Works with the local marketing team and events team to support attorney requests related to events
Assists in the deployment of programs and events hosted/sponsored by the firm, such as webinars, seminars and other events, including the development and production of marketing materials and on-site logistics
Staffs and supports client events
Collaborates with creative services team to create ads for charitable events; submits ads to organizations upon approval
Assists with social media images and drafting social media blurbs
Drafts event write-ups for internal and external purposes
Assists in distributing marketing materials, including name tags, signage, promotional items, etc.
Assists marketing initiatives for local practice areas, including support of client initiatives, team building and client social functions
Assists with event database management and other administrative tasks
Supports regional marketing initiatives such as shareholder practice meetings, cross-marketing meetings or other office priorities
Provides excellent client service to internal and external clients
Collaborates with marketing and other business professionals throughout the firm across functions and teams
Supports the firmwide events team, as needed
Works on other projects, as assigned