Marketing Events Manager

Incisive. Inclusive. Invested. We’re Axinn. Experienced, tenacious, and always trial‑ready, we are committed to understanding complex legal challenges that impact the future of our clients’ businesses, globally. Focusing on antitrust, intellectual property, and high‑stakes litigation, our extensive teams in the U.S. possess deep knowledge and client‑side experience across a range of sectors, including technology, healthcare, life sciences, and consumer products. At Axinn, inclusivity is central to who we are. We have a purpose that goes beyond profit, which includes fostering a fair, welcoming workplace and supporting the communities where we live and work. We actively recognize talent and promote opportunities for all team members. By embracing the unique experiences and perspectives of our people, we fuel creativity and deliver results for our clients. Responsibilities And Duties Fluently use our marketing platforms (ERM, CRM, webinar platforms) to oversee the creation and sending of save‑the‑dates/invitations and correspondence for social and content‑facing events in‑person, virtually, or hybrid. Research, source, negotiate and contract venues, entertainment and vendors/suppliers. Project manage by developing and communicating timelines, budgets and event details for live events such as the menu, décor, entertainment, photography, videography, ticketing, gifting, transportation/car service, security, special accommodations and hiring staff and outside consultants. Oversee the lifecycle of events from start to finish, including onsite management, scheduling and running tech rehearsals, invoicing/payments, preparing estimated budgets and final cost reports, tracking attendance, drafting follow‑up correspondence, logging activities and gathering client and lawyer feedback. Plan events in conjunction with sponsorships and outside organizations (i.e., ABA, Conference Institute, Informa, GCR, IAM). Manage virtual webcasts and conferences, including coordinating with virtual conference organizers, scheduling rehearsals and in‑person events, and handling CLE letters and certificates. Coordinate with COO and General Counsel’s Office to manage vendor contracts and payments. Stay creative and up to date on new venues, vendors, event trends, locations and resources. Understand the Firm’s market offerings, practice areas and target business market. Partner and provide oversight to outside event consultants. Implement logistics to achieve event objectives by establishing goals, responsibilities and budgets; conduct pre‑ and post‑event analysis. Work with MBD team and other internal departments to keep stakeholders informed on progress. Manage, establish and communicate event budget details. Ensure client contact information is properly stored. Oversee production of event materials where applicable. Understand virtual events, recommend best practices and guide technical execution. Act as an ambassador of the Firm and its core values at all times. Travel to event locations and firm offices as needed. Other duties as assigned. Education, Experience, And Skills Required BA/BS degree in marketing, communications or business strongly desired. 3−5 years of experience in a law firm or professional services firm. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written. Outstanding project management skills and self‑motivated, team player. Ability to build rapport with attorneys, staff and vendors. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Self‑motivated, able to lead and work independently. Event experience in New York, DC or other major cities; knowledge of venues and vendors. Experience with Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace and CRM systems preferred. Strong computer skills, proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and document management tools. General knowledge of office equipment and tools. Exceptional critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Benefits Competitive starting pay and annual discretionary bonus and raise eligibility. Generous paid time off – vacation, personal days, holidays, sick leave. Firm‑paid short and long‑term disability, life and accident insurance. 401(k) Profit‑Sharing Plan and Cash‑Balance Retirement Plan with employer contributions. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance. Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Firm‑paid Employee Assistance Program. Student loan refinancing discounts. Fitness/Gym dues reimbursement program. Hybrid remote work schedules; mandatory in‑office presence at least 3 days per week. Position Details This is a full‑time, exempt level position. The final rate of pay will be commensurate with experience; reference hiring range is $124,000–$168,000 annually (upper range reserved for highly qualified applicants). The position is available in the NY and DC office locations. Axinn is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr