Job Description

A leading national law firm is seeking an Events Specialist for its Los Angeles or San Francisco office. This role supports the Events Team in planning and executing firm-hosted meetings, events, and retreats, and is a developing leadership position with ownership of assigned projects and the ability to lead events with limited supervision.

The Events Specialist will manage events from development through implementation and reconciliation, working with internal stakeholders to shape events around business development, attorney development, DEI, and practice group needs. Responsibilities include serving as the primary hospitality contact for in-office events alongside conference services, food services, and AV teams; sourcing venues, menus, transportation, and décor; designing invitations and tracking RSVPs; coordinating branded materials and merchandise; and negotiating vendor contracts and pricing. The role also attends events as a visible representative of the firm.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of event planning experience, preferably in a professional services firm, along with strong organizational, project management, and communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and event management platforms. The role is hybrid with 60% in-office presence and requires travel and occasional overtime. The salary range is $85,000–$110,000 in Los Angeles and $90,000–$115,000 in San Francisco.