Multilaw
Working globally means crossing not only geographical borders, but also legal, linguistic and cultural borders. In an ever-more complex world, a leap of faith is not enough: you need trust.
Multilaw is a leading global network of law firms providing the highest standards of advice and service, collaborating across borders and putting an end to distance. With 11,000 lawyers and 90 member firms in 100+ countries, it is ranked by Chambers & Partners in the ‘Elite’ – its top band – of global networks year on year. Member firms are regularly and rigorously appraised to certify quality and full-service expertise, and to ensure that each remains the best fit for the network in their respective jurisdictions. Every firm is independent and proud of the local character and insight they bring to the table. It is this on-the-ground knowledge that helps clients grasp global opportunity.
The Global Office consists of a team of 5 highly motivated professionals, located either in the London office or remotely, who work to support the network’s operations and strategy.
Role
To manage and deliver the international events programme (both in-person and virtual) for Multilaw from conception to completion.
Position
Full time position. 8 hours per day, five days a week offered on a hybrid basis.
Location
London office 2-3 days per week / remote.
Salary
£35,000-£40,000
The main duties of the role are:
Conference/event management, content programming, logistics, delegate registration, venue liaison, supplier management, event collateral coordination, badges, signage, speaker liaison, event administration, post event reconciliation and analysis.
* Work with suppliers to negotiate costs and manage third party services
* Become an expert user of our online event tools including Zoom webinars
* Ensure that costs are controlled and events produce the agreed surplus
* Project manage end to end delivery of events and organise regular communication with all involved parties including the host firm, future conference committee, regional committees to ensure the event planning timeline runs to schedule
* Manage registrations, conference receipts and payments
* Assist with production of event materials including programme agendas, delegate lists, badges, signage etc in conjunction with the Head of Marketing
* Review and report on delegate feedback of Multilaw events
* Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality.
Travel commitments
Overseas travel required between 10-20 per cent of the time.
Person specification
The successful candidate will have the following core competencies:
· 3+ years’ experience in a similar events role in a corporate environment
· Exceptional organisational and project management skills
· Good communicator
· Personable
· Confident
· Pro-active can-do approach
· Team player
· Cultural awareness
· Problem solver
Skills required
· Proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
· Experience with Zoom webinar and meetings platform
· Excellent knowledge of English, both written and verbal
· Any other language capabilities will be regarded well particularly Spanish
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team