Events Manager (Melbourne)

**The Opportunity**: We have an opportunity in our Brand, Marketing & Communications team for an experienced Events Manager to join our team in Melbourne on a permanent, full time basis.

The role will manage the busy Melbourne client events calendar
- advising practice groups, industry partners and BD on the planning of their upcoming events schedule, identifying event opportunities that align with our guiding principles, and operational end to end event management of our client events calendar including signature events, strategic client events, webinars and whole of office staff events held onsite in the Melbourne office and at external venues, and will also include at times managing events throughout Australia.

A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found either below or attached at the bottom of our advertisement our careers page:/en/careers.

**About You**: To be successful in this role you will have knowledge and experience with the following:

- Minimum 4+ years' events experience ideally in professional services or large corporate environments
- Experience in managing and delivering multiple and concurrent events from end to end including budget, stakeholder and supplier management
- An understanding of the process of managing webinars, virtual events and hybrid events
- Project management skills, with the ability to define and link activities, responsibilities and deadlines
- Knowledge of core process of event management and information sources, suppliers and venues suitable for Ashurst events
- Strong administrative background including CRM contact management and customer service. Knowledge of CRM software, in particular previous InterAction experience will be advantageous
- Ability to influence stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes
- Maintain composure and a high level of personal presentation and polish during event delivery
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative flair for event design and concepts

**What makes Ashurst a great place to work?**

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

- Competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
- Flexible working;
- Complimentary gym memberships;
- Corporate health plans;
- A global professional development offering for all employees; and
- An industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming workplace for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

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