Senior Events Coordinator

Who are we?

Named for several years as a "great place" to work by The Washington Post and Washington Business Journal, Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. is proud to be one of the most highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firms in the world. We recognize that it is the talent and dynamism of each individual at Sterne Kessler that makes that possible. With that in mind, we have cultivated an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating with just the right touch of fun and exuberance. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits and are Metro-accessible in a prime downtown location with many nearby restaurants and shops.

What do we need?

We are looking for a Senior Events Coordinator will manage both internal and external events and sponsorships, overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of a wide range of activities designed to promote the firm's brand, engage clients, and showcase the firm's expertise in intellectual property law. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This position can be a hybrid from the D.C. area or full-time remote from approved U.S. locations outside the D.C. area.

How will you make an impact?

• Leading firmwide event strategy, including budgeting, planning, tracking ROI, and post-event follow-up for all practice groups.
• Coordinating all event and sponsorship logistics, including contracts, venue selection, speaker selection, catering, audio-visual needs, and onsite management.
• Managing the firm's events repository, ensuring all logistics are properly documented and tracked.
• Developing a firmwide calendar and communication system to keep firm management and other stakeholders informed about upcoming events and conferences.
• Developing and managing the annual events and sponsorships budget, including individual seminar budgets, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines.
• Negotiating vendor contracts to secure favorable terms.
• Building and maintaining relationships with attorneys, vendors, and administrative teams to improve communication, event engagement, participation, and workflow efficiency.
• Collaborating with the marketing team to create promotional materials and strategies for each event.
• Identifying and pursuing new events, conferences, and sponsorships, aligned with the firm's business goals.
• Coordinating firm-hosted webinars and quarterly internal cross-selling series, from topic selection and speaker coordination to execution and follow-up.
• Generating reports on event progress, budgets, and outcomes for management.
• Conducting research on events and target audiences, leveraging CRM tools when applicable to optimize event strategy, visibility, and engagement.
• Working with attorneys and stakeholders to understand their business development needs and identify relevant speaking and sponsorship opportunities.
• Evaluating events post-completion, gathering feedback, and measuring ROI to identify areas for improvement.
• Assisting with other marketing and business development initiatives as needed.
• Domestic travel will be required approximately 6 - 8 times per year.

What will you bring to the role?

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in event management, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing a variety of events.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Proficient in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to meet deadlines, complete projects/assignments in a timely manner, and ask for the appropriate guidance as needed.

The good faith base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates within that range will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, education, and the candidate's overall qualifications for the position as assessed by the Firm.

To Apply

Please include a resume and cover letter in your application materials.

Sterne Kessler is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.