Manager, Events

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Vacation Time

Parental leave

Performance bonus

Job Description

White & Case is a prestigious global law firm known for servicing leading corporations, financial institutions, and governments worldwide. The firm operates in more than 40 locations globally, making it an international powerhouse in the legal sector. Renowned for handling complex cross-border legal matters, White & Case combines its deep local market presence with a globally interconnected network of professionals. The firm prides itself on attracting a diverse workforce, with employees representing over 90 nationalities and speaking 80 languages. This diversity, combined with a collaborative culture, empowers the firm to deliver top-tier legal services across key financial markets globally.
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Job Requirements

A bachelor's degree
At least 7 years of relevant events and hospitality work experience
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work under pressure managing multiple priorities
Strong communication skills
Proactive and resourceful mindset
Team oriented attitude
Ability to work independently and in a team
Strong negotiation and vendor management capability
High attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
Strong budgeting and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours including mornings and weekends
Resilience to adapt to change
Commitment to professional growth

Job Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is required
An advanced degree is preferred
7 plus years of work experience in events and hospitality
Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple tasks
Driven by professional growth
Strong professional presence
Team player
Strong judgement
Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative
Resilience in dealing with change
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with all levels of staff and management as well as with the Firm's clients
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills working with internal and external vendors (i.e., hotels, transportation companies, caterers, etc.)
Excellent attention to detail, organization and project management skills
Strong budgeting, research, and analytical skills
Ability to take initiative, assume responsibility and work independently on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment as well as work effectively within a team
High level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Willing to think outside of the box
Able to work in a high paced environment, managing multiple facets not just related to events
Willing to work on projects that are related to the firm’s growth and strategy
Must be able to travel, work mornings and weekends

Job Duties

Lead and manage the preparation and delivery of Houston and Chicago and Americas events program to include virtual, in-person and hybrid events 300 plus per year
Support the Americas Events Manager in overall team and project management in accordance with 2025 strategy
Training and mentoring of team members to ensure they are given the proper tools and structure to carry out best business practices
Work closely with the Firm's Business Development teams in setting annual event objectives in collaboration with key stakeholders and measurement of success against these post event
Creating event ROI data and reporting to key stakeholders
Management of budgets and reporting for events in Houston and Chicago office
Project management of Houston and Chicago’s sponsorships that incorporates cross practice client events and cross-region communications inclusive of working with relevant business development stakeholders to determine best course of list management
Active role in office management to implement best practice and annual event plans
Work directly with senior operational managers to ensure efficiencies by following best practices while also consulting with other Event Managers globally and the Director of Events
Assisting in management of the event management tool implementation process – develop firm roll out plan across all regions (Cvent)
Advance overall department goals through special projects and initiatives including researching venues and attending industry-networking events to maximize knowledge and generate ideas
Project lead Global Event Team objectives including management working groups, timelines, progress reports
Project management of relevant regional team in ensuring all events data is up to date for example, mid-year year end fact packs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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