Events Manager

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We're full-service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we're equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we're purposeful and purpose-led. So although the world is fast-moving and rapidly changing, we see it as a place where everyone can thrive. We're ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you. Whether you're starting out on your career or well established, whether you're a lawyer or in business services. If you're looking for what's next, we are too.

What to expect

For business professionals, our environment is highly collaborative with value being placed on diversity of ideas, skills and mindsets. Not least yours. It's energetic, fast-moving and there's always something new to get involved in. You will get exposure across geographies and the firm as a whole. The future is a place of opportunity. Focusing on your success and for what's next, will ensure you thrive too.

Our team

Sat within the Marketing department, our global events team is dedicated to managing our firm's flagship client events. Through meticulous organisation and innovative approaches, we collaborate across the UK, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the US to deliver high-quality client experiences that are central to our brand. We are a friendly, outgoing and professional team that upholds the highest standards of excellence in every aspect of our work to ensure our events consistently reflect our commitment to quality.

Role and key responsibilities
Are you an experienced Events Manager with a passion for innovation? Join our dynamic centralised events team and play a key role in delivering a variety of client-facing events that enhance relationships and showcase our firm's expertise. This is a highly visible role supporting senior partners and stakeholders on an international scale, offering the opportunity to engage in cross-sector and cross-campaign events.

• Manage client-facing events from execution to completion; including seminars, roundtables, residential academies and networking receptions
• Build strong relationships with partners, clients, marketing managers and business development leads globally to ensure seamless event execution
• Support the Lead Marketing and Events Manager with delivery of major internal events, including Partner and Practice Group Conferences
• Maintain event project trackers, including timelines, task assignments and progress updates
• Create and distribute engaging event invitations that adhere to our brand guidelines 
• Manage distribution lists and ensure optimal attendance at events
• Partner with preferred suppliers to find the suitable venues, manage event production, source external speakers and handle merchandise
• Manage event budgets with a strong focus on financial accountability and provide detailed ROI reports
• Create content to promote events on the firm's Intranet and LinkedIn
• Onsite event support, including delegate registration, vendor management, AV support – locally and when required, International
• Ensure that all events adhere to our internal policies relating to Gifts & Hospitality, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability
• Instill confidence and offer the wider business expert guidance on all event-related aspects

Skills and experience

Essential

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing events from scope to completion 
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and commitment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, for internal and external audiences
• Proficient in MS Office
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as required

Desirable

• Previous experience working within professional services
• Experience with virtual tools such as Zoom, CrowdComms and Slido
• Knowledge of InterAction and Vuture
• Experience of project management tools, such as

What's in it for you?

At Eversheds Sutherland, we provide benefits focused on looking after you: your development, your performance, your financial future and your health, as well as providing the opportunity to make a contribution to the world.

• We're fair, transparent and equitable
• We share in the success of the firm, reward alignment to our values, going above and beyond and your individual performance
• We support flexible ways of working through our remote working policy and commitment to flexible, agile and hybrid ways of working
• We support your health and performance through our dental, healthcare and wellness support
• We support everything you are and all you bring through our powerful commitment to diversity and inclusion
• We provide a platform for your career, whatever your ambitions through our structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development programs
• We provide experience and opportunity through international and cross-function exposure
• We provide an opportunity to give back through our pro bono work and community engagement
• We help you plan ahead through retirement planning, insurance and assurance

Diversity & Inclusion

At Eversheds Sutherland, "Inclusive" is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients' goals: together.

We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach. This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.

We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.

For you,

For your success.

And what's next.