Manager – Client Events

Latham & Watkins

. Act as a strategic advisor to partners and senior stakeholders on event strategy, format, audience targeting, and execution .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic event planning, execution, and financial oversight, with a strong focus on collaboration and communication across various teams and stakeholders. Proven ability to manage complex logistics while maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality client-facing experiences.

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Event Strategy DevelopmentBudget ManagementStakeholder EngagementRisk Identification and ResolutionInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Event PlanningBudget DevelopmentVendor NegotiationROI ReportingLogistics Management

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationCustomer Service Focus

Certifications & Qualifications

Events Qualification

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesLaw Firm ExperienceEvent ExecutionAudience TargetingConfidential Information Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a strategic advisor to partners and senior stakeholders on event strategy, format, audience targeting, and execution
Partner with Business Development colleagues to understand strategic objectives across practices, industries, and markets
Curate event strategies aligned with strategic objectives
Provide senior-level oversight of event logistics and execution during planning and on-site
Identify and resolve event risks or issues proactively
Lead event budgeting and financial oversight, including budget development, spend tracking, vendor negotiations, and post-event ROI reporting
Partner with Business Development, Brand & Communications, and other internal teams to ensure consistent branding and integrated communications
Plan, manage, and execute client-facing events and experiential opportunities
Own and lead end-to-end strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of seminars, conferences, sponsorships, and hospitality experiences
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Events qualification, preferably
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a law firm or other professional services environment, preferably
Minimum of seven (7) years of cumulative experience
Good written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a customer-service focus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Hybrid and in-office flexible working schedule may be available