Senior Specialist – Client Events (13-month fixed-term contract) in London

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 centres 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 Senior Specialist – Client Events is an integral part of Latham’s Events team. This role will be responsible for running a successful client events programme, working with key stakeholders to determine the needs and requirements of events, seminars, and conferences. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading or supporting the planning and execution of client events from initial concept through onsite delivery, working independently and in collaboration with team leadership and key internal stakeholders. This role is a 13-month fixed-term contract and will be based in our London office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating end-to-end event logistics and administration, such as vendor and venue research and management, registration sites, materials, room and equipment bookings, and event support.
• Developing and managing event budgets, tracking expenditures, and processing related expenses in collaboration with team leadership to ensure accurate reporting and fiscal discipline.
• Drafting and coordinating client-facing event communications and collateral; partnering with e-marketing and CRM teams to ensure alignment with firm standards, accurate data, and effective outreach.
• Maintaining high-quality event data and documentation, including calendars, reporting and post-event analysis, while monitoring industry and competitor event trends to support best practices and deliver the level of service clients expect.
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess well-developed and professional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and interact effectively with people at all organisational levels of the firm.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with a client-service focus.
• Display strong attention to detail and organisational skills needed to manage time well, prioritise effectively, and handle multiple events simultaneously.

And have:

• Previous experience in an events-focused role within a corporate organisation.
• Knowledge of event-specific systems, such as Cvent, preferably.

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 programme which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance.
• A pension plan.
• Wellness programmes.
• Employee discounts.
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.