Events Manager

**The Opportunity**:
We have an opportunity in our Brand, Marketing & Communications team for an experienced Events Manager based in Sydney, to join on a full time, permanent basis. In this role, you will also manage the Sydney client events calendar - advising practice groups, industry partners and BD on forward planning of their upcoming events schedule, identifying event opportunities that align with our guiding principles, and operational end to end event management of our client events calendar (which includes in person events hosted onsite and offsite, virtual events, webinars and hybrid events). This role will work closely with, and provide guidance to, the current Events Manager.

A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found either below or attached to the role on our careers page:/en/careers

**About You**:
You will have knowledge and experience with the following:

- Minimum 8 years' event management experience ideally in a professional services environment
- Proven experience in managing and delivering multiple and concurrent events from end to end including budget, stakeholder and supplier management
- Strong technical skills and an understanding of the process of managing webinars, virtual events and hybrid events
- Excellent project management skills, ability to define and link activities, responsibilities and deadlines
- Business acumen in corporate dealings and event industry
- Knowledge of core process of event management and information sources, suppliers and venues suitable for Ashurst events
- Strong administrative background including CRM contact management and customer service
- Ability to influence stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes
- Maintaining composure and a high level of personal presentation and polish during event delivery
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative flair for event design and concepts
- Knowledge of CRM software (previous InterAction experience will be advantageous) is desirable
- Tertiary qualifications in Event Management/Public Relations will be highly regarded.

**What makes Ashurst a great place to work?**

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

- Competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
- Flexible working;
- Complimentary gym memberships;
- Corporate health plans;
- A global professional development offering for all employees; and
- An industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

**COVID-19 Policy**:
Ashurst prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of its people and others who are involved in our business. Our COVID-19 policy requires people to have received a completed course of a recognised COVID-19 vaccine or obtain an approved exemption in order to attend Ashurst, client or supplier premises. Please ask us if you require more information about our COVID-19 policy.

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