Events Specialist

Bring your event planning expertise to a global law firm and help create engaging experiences for clients and attorneys.

Arnold & Porter is seeking an Events Specialist to plan and execute in-person and virtual events, including client receptions, dinners, CLE seminars, conferences, webinars, and partner and practice group retreats. You will manage events from planning through post-event follow-up, working closely with attorneys, marketing colleagues, internal service teams, and vendors.

This position is based in our Washington, DC office on a hybrid schedule and reports to the Director of Special Events and the Senior Manager, Special Events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead event planning and execution, including venue selection, vendor coordination, contract negotiations, catering, and on-site logistics.
• Manage invitations and announcements through Vuture and coordinate event-related website and social media postings.
• Prepare event proposals, manage budgets, track expenses, and process invoices.
• Coordinate event materials, including speaker biographies, name badges, signage, and promotional items.
• Partner with attorneys, Conference Services, and marketing colleagues to deliver well-organized events and exceptional client service.
• Work with the Market Intelligence and CRM teams to develop targeted invitation lists.
• Track attendance, coordinate follow-up, and report on event outcomes.
• Evaluate sponsorships, speaking opportunities, and third-party conferences.
• Support outside organizations hosting events in the firm’s offices.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree; marketing, business, communications, event management, or hospitality preferred.
• Five years of event planning experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Experience with Vuture, DealCloud, Zoom, and Cvent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and Adobe graphic and design applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues, clients, and vendors.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple events, deadlines, and budgets.
• Initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Occasional early mornings, evenings, weekends, and travel are required to support events.

About Arnold & Porter

Arnold & Porter is a global law firm with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia, advising clients on complex regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters across a wide range of industries.

Please submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $87,000 to $115,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually.