Events Coordinator (Houston)

Event & Marketing Coordinator

Location: Houston, TX

Work Arrangement: In-office with one remote day

Salary: $60,000-$65,000

Travel: Up to 30% within Texas

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Event & Marketing Coordinator to support client-facing and internal events, with a primary focus on the Houston market. This highly visible role will work closely with attorneys, business leaders, marketing professionals, vendors, and other internal teams to deliver polished, well-executed events. The ideal candidate is highly organized, personable, confident, and comfortable independently managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate client entertainment, internal events, seminars, professional development programs, offsites, celebrations, retreats, lunches, and social events.

• Research, evaluate, and book venues.

• Coordinate with venues, vendors, building management, and internal stakeholders.

• Manage RSVPs, attendee communications, and on-site event needs.

• Coordinate food and beverage, audiovisual requirements, technology, transportation, and event logistics.

• Partner with Marketing and Business Development teams to promote events and support engagement.

• Assist with event collateral, signage, attendee lists, and related materials.

• Manage event timelines, budgets, expenses, and reconciliations.

• Support post-event evaluations and identify opportunities to improve future events.

• Travel within Texas as needed to support events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of event planning, client entertainment, or related professional experience.

• Law firm or professional services experience strongly preferred but not required.

• Experience coordinating events from initial planning through on-site execution and post-event follow-up.

• Experience working with vendors, venues, budgets, contracts, and event logistics.

• Familiarity with CRM platforms, email marketing tools, and marketing/design technology such as Canva.

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

• Ability to travel up to approximately 30%.

Skills & Characteristics

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

• Professional, personable, and approachable.

• Confident communicating with senior-level stakeholders.

• Comfortable taking ownership and working independently.

• Able to receive and implement direct feedback.

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

• Effective time management and ability to handle competing priorities.

• Reliable and responsive in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong commitment to producing polished, high-quality work.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid parking or mass transit assistance

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• HSA with employer contribution

• Life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Supplemental insurance options

• Employee assistance and health advocacy resources

Why Join

This is a high-visibility opportunity for an experienced events professional who enjoys taking ownership, building relationships, and delivering exceptional experiences. The role offers significant autonomy while providing the opportunity to collaborate with an established marketing team and support events across multiple Texas markets.

Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

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