The role: We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Events Manager to join our Marketing & Business Development Department. This role is pivotal to the strategic planning, management and delivery of firmwide events - creating a positive impact in client and employee experiences as well as elevating the firm’s brand profile. You will be leading and providing guidance on the format, content, keynote speaker selection and liaison, client acquisition and smooth planning and delivery of each event experience. The successful candidate will work closely with the Marcomms team, fee earners and other members of the wider M&BD team. The successful candidate will be required to work 3 days per week. The M&BD team: Uniting the firm’s expertise to meet clients’ global needs… The Marketing and Business Development (M&BD) team at Simmons & Simmons is a diverse group of professionals, including value-adders, digital innovators, and relationship builders. We're seeking talented individuals with ambition and passion to join our high-performing team, known for its commitment to learning, growth, and excellence. Our team benefits from the expertise of seasoned professionals from leading firms and industries. We invest in our talent at all levels, offering extensive training programs like the 'Future Leaders' program to nurture the next generation of leaders. Our team is redefining the M&BD function by incorporating roles such as pricing and sales experts, horizon scanners, and specialists in Emerging Technology and ESG. Our innovative efforts, including the award-winning “supercharge” client program and Cross-Border Group teams, have significantly contributed to the firm's global collaboration and success in attracting top-tier clients. The Marcomms team plays a crucial role in enhancing the firm's reputation through impactful experiences and media coverage. We prioritize continuous improvement and operational excellence, adopting best practices to maintain our competitive edge and align with our vision of a Next Generation law firm. Our global M&BD team operates as 'One Team,' valuing contributions from members worldwide and fostering a culture of connection and fun. Joining us means making a definitive impact in a role that values and leverages your contributions. What will you do: Event Planning & Execution Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a diverse range of events, including conferences, seminars, client receptions, webinars, and internal functions, ensuring alignment to business objectives and brand values. Stay informed of emerging trends and innovative experiences to effectively guide and advise stakeholders in delivering exceptional moments. Explore, assess and incorporate technology solutions to improve the client experience. Ensure all events are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Act as the primary liaison and trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, including partners, fee earners, and business services teams, as well as external keynote speakers and agencies. Build and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers, venues, and speakers, negotiating contracts and ensuring service excellence. Marketing & Communications Oversee the creation and management of targeted marketing lists, invitations, reminders, and event communications, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines. Collaborate with the wider marketing & business development team to maximise event attendance and engagement by running multi-media campaigns. Budget Management Manage event budgets, track expenditure, and ensure cost-effective delivery without compromising quality. Prepare post-event financial reports and reconcile invoices. Process Improvement Drive the adoption of best practice guidance and introduce efficiencies and consistency in event planning processes. Maintain and update event planning documentation, templates, and checklists. Event Support Provide hands-on support for pre-event, on-the-day, and post-event activities, including set-up, registration, and troubleshooting. Be available for occasional early morning, evenings, or international travel as required. Post-Event Analysis Conduct post-event analysis, gather feedback, and prepare debrief presentations for stakeholders. Implement learnings to continuously improve future events. What we are looking for: Minimum of five years’ experience in event management at an international law firm. Demonstrable experience in leading and delivering complex projects from inception to completion. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients and suppliers. Demonstrate good budget management and supplier negotiation skills. Excellent organisational and time management abilities with meticulous attention to detail. Strong relationship building skills with both internal and external stakeholders. A dedicated team player with an intelligent, pragmatic approach able to work effectively as part of a diverse, inclusive, and international team. Solution-oriented – be resilient and have the ability to quickly resolve issues under pressure. Also looking for new ways of doing things. Commercially astute with a focus on delivering value and ROI. Flexible, proactive and able to adapt to changing priorities. Willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required. Energetic, enthusiastic, and driven, with a passion for delivering high-quality events. Career Level: The career level assigned to this role is level 4. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level. Here at Simmons & Simmons: Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering. We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. If you’re interested in finding out more about this position, please contact the Recruitment Team. To apply for the role, click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details.