Professional Development Events Coordinator

Maintain the firmwide Professional Development calendar for PD events and Academies Distribute timely updates and changes Coordinate scheduling and end-to-end logistics for PD events and initiatives, including PNC/SC Manage registrations, attendance and event rooming lists Provide onsite event support, including check-in, materials distribution, speaker support and issue resolution Liaise with Marketing, Creative and Technology to coordinate event communications, deliverables and technical requirements Develop and maintain PD templates and tools, including tip sheets, invitations, agendas, checklists and evaluation forms Standardize procedures across annual Academies Process invoices and expenses Support department budget tracking and documentation Identify opportunities to improve recurring event and administrative processes through standardized workflows, templates, documentation, approved technology and automation tools Perform all other duties as assigned or required Requirements After orientation at Cooley LLP, proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications Available to work overtime, as required 2+ years of direct related experience in administrative, project coordination or event coordination experience Technical problem-solving abilities Bachelor’s degree preferred Experience working in a professional services firm preferred Interest in learning and applying firm-approved AI and automation tools preferred Excellent attention to detail Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple activities Strong judgment Ability to handle and maintain confidentiality regarding firm information, projects and client data High level of professionalism Continuous improvement mindset and curiosity for improving processes, adopting new technologies and creating efficient, scalable ways of working Core Competencies Demonstrates proficiency in event coordination, project management, and administrative support, with a strong focus on process improvement and the use of technology to enhance efficiency. Capable of managing logistics, communications, and documentation while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. Highest-signal resume keywords Event Coordination Project Management Microsoft Office Proficiency Technical Problem-Solving Attention to Detail ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Event Logistics Management Registration Management Budget Tracking Invoice Processing Template Development Soft Skills Strong Verbal Communication Strong Written Communication Organizational Skills Judgment Confidentiality Industry Keywords Professional Services Firm Continuous Improvement Process Standardization Event Support Administrative Experience Tools & Technologies Microsoft Office Suite IManage Automation Tools Event Management Software #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor