At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Business Development & Events team with admin and coordination for exciting events.
- Company: Join a leading UK law firm with a global reach and innovative approach.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in a professional environment with potential for growth.
- Other info: Perfect opportunity for those looking to kickstart their career in business development and events.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team delivering impactful events and building strong relationships.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience, ideally in a law firm or professional services.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Blue Legal are currently partnered with a leading UK-headquartered law firm who are searching for a BD & Events Assistant to support the Business Development & Marketing team in London.
With an international outlook, advising some of the world’s most recognised brands, fast-growth businesses and innovative start-ups, the firm’s work regularly spans multiple jurisdictions, covering global employment matters, international IP portfolios and complex cross-border transactions.
As a BD & Events Assistant, you will provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the Business Development & Events team, helping to deliver a range of internal and external events and supporting wider BD and marketing activity.
The successful candidate will ideally have experience within a law firm or professional services environment, with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to build effective relationships with lawyers, clients and external suppliers.
The Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the Business Development & Events Team, including scheduling meetings, managing the events calendar and monitoring the team mailbox across the London and US offices.
- Assist with venue and supplier research, including hotels, restaurants, caterers, florists, photographers and other event suppliers.
- Support the planning and delivery of events, including RSVP management, guest lists, name badges, event materials and shipping logistics.
- Maintain, organise and order Events Team supplies, ensuring all materials are available when required.
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve Events Team processes, systems and technology, helping to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Coordinate internal meetings with limited supervision, arranging appropriate meeting rooms, visitor access, video conferencing, dial-in facilities and other logistical requirements.
- Build strong relationships with lawyers, internal stakeholders, clients, suppliers and external contacts to ensure events and meetings are delivered to a high professional standard.
The Candidate
- Degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Previous experience within a law firm or professional services environment, ideally in a Business Development, Events, Marketing or similar support role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
BD & Events Assistant (6 Month FTC) in City of London employer: Blue Legal
Blue Legal is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of the City of London. With a strong focus on employee development, including support for SQE preparation, the firm fosters a culture of growth and collaboration, ensuring that team members are well-equipped to excel in their roles. The commitment to compliance and operational excellence, combined with a supportive atmosphere, makes this law firm a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
