About Latham & Watkins Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong. About the Role The EST Senior Manager – Internal Events is an integral part of Latham’s Events, Sponsorship and Travel team. This role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing event strategy and event execution for internal events, while working with key stakeholders to define event strategy that aligns with firm objectives. This role will be located in our New York office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence and will require travel to be onsite for company events. Responsibilities & Qualifications Other key responsibilities include: • Managing and coaching a team of event professionals responsible for designing and delivering best-in-class events • Proactively managing the entire lifecycle of large-scale events, including defining event objectives, leading planning meetings, checklists, venue sourcing, hotel and vendor management, onsite and virtual platform management, attendee communication, registration site development and mobile app, entertainment, activities, décor, transportation, data management, post-event analysis • Developing and refining event processes to maximize team’s efficiency and effectiveness • Driving initiatives to achieve maximum cost savings and deliver return on investment • Collaborating generously across business services to attain alignment across all events and ensure compliance and risk guidelines are adhered to • Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains We’d love to hear from you if you: • Demonstrate excellent leadership skills (e.g., organizing, planning, problem-solving and decision-making) necessary for effective management and strong analytical skills needed for all primary duties of position, including comprehending, analyzing, and communicating data • Exhibit organizational skills and project management skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines • Possess the ability to think creatively and provide strategic support to senior management And have: • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent • A minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant event experience • A minimum of twelve (12) years of cumulative experience Benefits & Additional Information Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes: • Healthcare, life and disability insurance • A generous 401k plan • At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure • Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more) • Professional development programs • Employee discounts • Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. Please click here to view the full job description for this role. Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws. #MidSenior#LI-EK1 Pay Range USD $215,000.00 - USD $235,000.00 /Yr.