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Position Summary
The Events & Special Projects Planner will actively manage all logistics for client-facing events including seminars, conferences, webinars, client entertainment, and internal community initiatives while actively contributing to and supporting strategic goals for each event. The planner will also coordinate firm sponsorships and special projects / internal events, i.e., firm retreats as assigned as well as other initiatives to support the firm’svisibility and growth. This role requires a strict attention to detail and deadlines.
Duties/Responsibilities
Position Competencies
Professionalism
Contributes positively to firm/office morale by communicating enthusiastically about job responsibilities, the firm, and working with others. Ability to communicate effectively with chief-level executives and partners as well as outside vendors.
Writing/Designing/Editing
Possesses strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Graphic design experience a plus.
Planning /Adaptability
Adapts readily to competing demand by shifting priorities. Determines an appropriate course of action in new or ambiguous situations that have no set direction or approach. Demonstrates a sense of urgency to achieve meaningful results; communicates progress.
Client/Customer Focus
Strong client service orientation and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Demonstrates familiarity and understanding of significant attorney-client relationships. Observes and passes on information to further develop relationships to support business development efforts.
Time Management and Organizational Skills
Possesses exceptional time management and organizational skills with consistent record of success in planning managing and completing multiple events simultaneously High level of detail orientation. Able to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction and follows up on own initiative.
Experience
This role demands a highly organized, detailed-oriented individual with a strong client service orientation, and ability to collaborate successfully within a matrix organization. The ideal candidate will possess superior digital, written and verbal communication skills, online research capabilities, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in hospitality or in a similar role in a law firm or professional services organization.
Education
Bachelor’s degree required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. A focus on business or marketing and project management and an interest in legal, commercial, or business issues are desirable.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hartford, CT 06103