Senior Corporate Events Professional

Gilbert + Tobin is a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by clients to navigate today's complex world.

We are purpose-built for clients' most complex work – across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering high-quality legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for clients. They also offer our lawyers the opportunity to work with and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry.

Our open culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T's journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades.

We remain determined to be the best it's possible to be.

The Event Coordinator is a key member of Gilbert + Tobin's national events team, working across Sydney, Melbourne and Perth offices. Based in Melbourne, this role will deliver firm-wide and client events in Victoria, as well as contribute to planning and delivering national initiatives.

Reporting to the senior events coordinator, you will work closely with partners, lawyers and the broader business development team to design and deliver events that strengthen client relationships and support Gilbert + Tobin's objectives.

• Plan and deliver client events, seminars, sponsorship activations and internal events in Melbourne to ensure high standards and excellent client experiences.
• Collaborate with partners, lawyers and the national business development team to design and implement events that support Gilbert + Tobin's strategic objectives.
• Manage event logistics including venue selection, supplier coordination, catering, invitations, registrations and on-the-day delivery.
• Work closely with colleagues in Sydney and Perth to ensure a consistent national approach to event strategy and delivery.
• Review event outcomes and provide reporting to help shape future planning.
• Maintain accurate records of event spend, ensuring activities are delivered within budget and aligned with resource allocations.
• Support the senior events coordinator and the wider business development team on firm-wide initiatives and campaigns.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practice and new ideas across the national team.

You will be an experienced event professional with skills in delivering corporate or professional services events. You will have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Key attributes and experience include:

• Previous experience in event management, ideally within a corporate, professional services or similar environment.
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to build effective connections with partners, lawyers and external suppliers.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end event delivery.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event platforms, including online invitations and virtual event technology.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively as part of a national team.
• Flexibility, initiative and a practical approach to challenges.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is motivated, organised and committed to delivering excellent client experiences.

Gilbert + Tobin offers a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to competitive remuneration, we provide benefits such as access to our gym in the office building, end-of-trip facilities, retail discounts, social events.

Please submit your interest via our careers website with a resume.

We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.