Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Hospitality or equivalent work experience, is required 3-5 years of event planning is required; law firm or professional services background strongly preferred Strong skillset focused on independent event planning and execution Team player with an ability to work in a fast-paced and high-volume professional services environment Ability to take ownership of projects, maintain superior project management and handle multiple, complex projects simultaneously Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively provide solutions to circumvent potential problems Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; InterAction or other CRM as well as Zoom Webinar experience preferred Experience with Photoshop and InDesign or other graphic design software Basic knowledge of HTML Strong verbal and written communication skills and client service ethic Exceptional time management and organizational skills Strong work ethic with outgoing personality Must be willing and able to work overtime and travel to events as necessary, with some evenings and weekends required. The primary function of the Marketing & Events Specialist is to lead the planning and execution of the Firm's client-facing events, including webinars, in-person seminars, receptions, sponsorships and other events tied to key Firm strategic initiatives.