Senior Events Executive (FTC) in Southampton

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Senior Events Executive (FTC) Ready to take your career to the next level?

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition.

Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire.

We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger – not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive.

That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies. ________________________________________

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Senior Events Executive
• Team: Client Development
• Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
• Working Pattern: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
• Why this role matters: Events play a vital role in strengthening client relationships, showcasing Foot Anstey’s expertise and supporting the firm’s business development objectives, making this role key to delivering meaningful engagement and driving growth.
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What you’ll do We’re looking for an organised and enthusiastic events professional to take ownership of our established programme of internal and external events during a maternity cover period.

Working closely with colleagues across Client Development and the wider business, you’ll help deliver a varied calendar of in-person and virtual events that strengthen client relationships, raise our profile and support business growth.

From planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event reporting, you’ll play a key role in creating engaging, high-quality experiences for our clients, contacts and colleagues.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing multiple projects, building relationships and delivering events that make a real impact.

In this role, you’ll

• Event Management: Coordinate and deliver a programme of internal and external events, both in-person and virtual, ensuring a high-quality experience for attendees.
• Stakeholder Support: Work closely with partners, lawyers and colleagues across the business to plan and deliver events that meet agreed objectives.
• Event Marketing: Support the promotion of events through invitations, attendee communications, website content and targeted campaigns to drive attendance and engagement.
• Project Coordination: Manage multiple events at different stages, ensuring activity is delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Event Delivery: Coordinate all event logistics, including venues, suppliers, registrations, event platforms and on-the-day support.
• External Events & Sponsorships: Help manage the firm’s participation in external events, sponsorships and speaking opportunities to enhance brand visibility.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Business Development, Strategic Communications and Client teams to deliver a consistent and professional client experience.
• Reporting & Insights: Track attendance and event outcomes, providing reports and recommendations to support future planning and continuous improvement.
• Supplier & Budget Management: Support the management of event budgets and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and successful delivery.
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What we’re looking for We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

• Events experience: Proven experience delivering corporate/professional B2B events.
• Commercial mindset: An understanding of how events can support client relationships, business development and brand awareness.
• Organisation & planning: Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple events, deadlines and stakeholders at the same time.
• Marketing & communications: Experience promoting events and engaging audiences through effective communications and campaigns.
• Proactive approach: A solutions-focused self-starter who takes ownership, works independently and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration: A positive team player who builds strong relationships and enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Event technology: Experience using event platforms, CRM systems and Microsoft Office to manage registrations, communications, surveys and reporting.

Experience with Click Dimensions, Microsoft Teams Webinars and Slido would be an advantage.

• Data & insights: Comfortable using event data and feedback to measure success and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Sports & sponsorships (desirable): Experience supporting sports events, sponsorship activations or hospitality programmes would be beneficial.
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What if I don’t tick every box?

We’re not box tickers.

We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth.

If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you.

If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply. ________________________________________

Join a seriously ambitious firm At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
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Progressive benefits tailored to you We believe our people are our greatest asset.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives.
• An open, flexible working environment.
• Find out more about our benefits and work environment here
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Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

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