Wisnik Career Enterprises

For the New York Office of a Global Law Firm

Responsibilities include:

Plan and coordinate all logistics related to a wide variety of Firm-sponsored events including conferences, seminars, roundtables, offsite retreats, dinners, receptions and activity-based events for clients/prospective clients and lawyers.
Oversee the event lifecycle, including site selection, contract negotiation, menu selection, AV, invitee lists, the invitation process, event materials, décor, onsite staffing and logistics, transportation, and post-event follow-up.
Collaborate with lawyers and business services staff to conceptualize events and curated experiences based on client objectives and business development needs.
Research and source appropriate venues at various locations, primarily in New York City. Coordinate site visits and advise on venue recommendations.
Develop working relationships with venues, event contacts and site vendors.
Coordinate logistics with internal Conference Services Department including room and food set-ups, AV, coat check, for client-facing events held at the firm.

Qualifications include:

4+ years of experience in professional services event planning.
Very strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Very strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
A proactive self-starter, able to accept direction and work collaboratively on a team as well as independently.
Extremely professional demeanor and possessing good judgment in time sensitive situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word). Knowledge of CRM databases (InterAction, etc.) and Vuture preferred.