Marketing Operations and Events Manager

Philadelphia, PA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

prescription drug coverage

Health savings account

flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

401(k)

family forming benefits

Hormonal health benefits

Childcare leave

Backup child care

Backup adult care

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

wellbeing program

vacation

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. With marquee practices in investment management, litigation, and business law, the firm is committed to intelligent growth, innovative strategies, excellence, and integrity in all its endeavors. The firm comprises 225 attorneys and 180 business professionals, serving a diverse clientele that includes household names and influential entities often shaping the financial services and products industry. Stradley Ronon is dedicated to delivering outstanding legal services through teamwork and collaborative efforts that exceed client expectations and produce results greater than the sum of their parts.

The role available is for a Marketing Operations and Events Manager within the firm's highly regarded Investment Management Department. This is a client-facing position that demands a professional with strong leadership and organizational abilities to manage and execute all aspects of department events. Reporting to the Director of Marketing Communications, the Manager will work collaboratively with department leadership, legal professionals, the broader marketing team, business development, practice managers, and other essential stakeholders. The primary responsibility is to plan, coordinate, and oversee a range of external and internal events including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats, alongside managing conference sponsorships and related marketing initiatives.

This position requires a strategic thinker capable of managing budgets, negotiating vendor contracts, developing invitations and distribution lists, maintaining event tracking and reporting, and supporting promotional campaigns that align with the firm’s branding and messaging. The Manager will serve as the point of contact for industry conference participation, maintain vendor relationships, plan Trustee dinners for client board meetings, and manage the Investment Management department's events calendar. Strong communication, multitasking, and client service skills are vital to succeed in this role, along with the ability to work under pressure, in deadline-driven environments, and to travel as required. The role is full-time, and candidates should expect to occasionally work extended or weekend hours.

Stradley Ronon offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), and a range of family and wellness benefits. The firm is an equal opportunity employer and values professionalism, commitment, and the ability to foster strong relationships internally and externally. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned marketing and events professional with a background in legal or professional services looking to contribute to and grow with a prestigious law firm.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
7+ years relevant work experience in legal or professional services
Experience with client-facing roles
Ability to work extended or weekend hours
Ability to travel as required
Strong communication skills
Experience with event planning and logistics
Ability to negotiate vendor contracts
Proficiency with CRM and marketing automation software preferred
Strong organizational skills and multi-tasking ability
Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
Collaborative working style

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in business, communication, marketing, or related field preferred
7+ years’ relevant work experience in a legal or professional services setting including client-facing roles
Experience planning multiple high-level, logistically complicated events simultaneously
Experience with vendor contract negotiations
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience running virtual, in-person, and hybrid events
Ability to work extended and/or weekend hours as required
Ability to travel when necessary
Ability to work closely and collaboratively with attorneys, department members, and vendors
Self-motivated with a high energy level and enthusiasm towards activities and goals
Ability to work well under pressure within deadline-driven environments
Experience with CRM/database software (InterAction) and marketing automation solutions (Concep) preferred
Excellent organizational skills and meticulous multi-tasking abilities

Job Duties

Manage the creative direction and strategic planning and execution of external and internal IM department events including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats
Oversee all event logistics such as planning, setup, onsite management, execution, follow-up reporting, and debriefing
Source, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and event venues
Develop and manage event budgets focusing on efficient resource allocation and high-quality experiences
Develop invitations and distribution lists, including CRM maintenance and tracking event responses
Coordinate with business development and marketing teams on content creation and promotional campaigns ensuring brand consistency
Contribute to post-event ROI analysis and marketing team post-mortem reports
Serve as point of contact for the firm regarding industry conference participation and maintain vendor and organization relationships
Plan Trustee dinners for client board meetings
Manage the Investment Management department’s events calendar
Coordinate purchase and distribution of promotional items and client gifts