Are you keen to find an exciting new role where you will be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team? If so, come and join us on the journey.
Why Michelmores?
Michelmores is the destination law firm for the ambitious, the imaginative and the distinctive. We help enterprises and individuals navigate change to find a positive future.
We are a flexible, friendly and inclusive organisation with a clear focus on fresh thinking, growth and success. We value and nurture our people’s potential and inspiration and give them a creative, open and collaborative environment in which to develop a career and succeed.
As our clients’ needs change and evolve, so do we. Our business services teams are continuously looking for ways to innovate and attract and retain the best clients and the brightest people. Central to our culture is our nurturing environment which genuinely allows our people to grow and flourish, both professionally and personally. We really care about what we stand for and want to move forward together.
What sort of work?
We have an exciting opportunity for an Events Executive to join our ambitious Marketing team in our Exeter or Bristol office.
In this role you will be responsible for effectively and efficiently organising and facilitating events across the firm (including the Bristol, Cheltenham, Exeter and London offices). This will require travel and a willingness to work outside of 9-5 office working hours.
Other responsibilities include
- Assisting in the delivery of internal and external events, including seminars, webinars, workshops, conferences, receptions, awards ceremonies, dinners and corporate hospitality
- Booking events as requested in an efficient and timely manner, which includes (but is not limited to) researching and booking venues, compiling attendee lists, organising and assisting with the production of associated marketing materials, distributing invites, chasing for responses (as required)
- Planning the necessary logistics for the event to run smoothly, liaising with internal/external clients as appropriate
- Gathering and collating feedback from attendees, acting upon this feedback as necessary
- Working with our Business Development and CRM teams to develop marketing lists
- Working closely with internal clients to effectively understand their requirements and proactively providing updates as to the progress of the events
- Maintaining effective and friendly communications with all other members of staff at all times
- Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with preferred suppliers for venues
- Researching suitable venues and negotiate preferable rates with the providers
- Monitoring budget spend, developing and maintaining effective recording and reporting tools and procedures
- Providing management information reports regarding budgetary spend as requested
- Researching and implementing, with approval, ways to reduce cost and increase efficiency
Why this team?
Through developing innovative marketing and business development strategies and working closely with Partners and colleagues to implement them, the team plays an instrumental role in progressing the growth of the Firm.
The team covers the full range of marketing and business development activities, including creating marketing strategies and plans, managing our brand and social profile, producing content and marketing materials, organising and running client and Firm events, building networks, helping lawyers to develop deeper client relationships, and developing colleagues’ marketing and networking skills.
Our business development specialists partner with leaders across the Firm’s sectors to identify growth and marketing opportunities, building strong working relationships and in-depth sector knowledge. Whilst the communication and events professionals utilise their creativity and specialist skills to amplify our brand to help attract and retain clients.
How do we work?
We take a flexible, agile approach to working patterns. As a team we agree together on the best working arrangements that will enable each of us to provide exceptional client service, to collaborate and connect with colleagues, and to achieve the right home/work balance.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for somebody who will understand our values and thrive in our culture. The role is based in our Exeter or Bristol office and the ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience of event booking and coordination
- Experience of CRM systems
- Experience of working in a client serving role
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Project Management Skills
Other skills required include
- Excellent interpersonal skills; effective communicator at all levels (written and verbal).
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- A commercial, pro-active 'can do' and professional approach to work.
- Excellent organisational skills with a methodical approach towards workloads and an ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external clients
This is a great opportunity to join a Firm which believes potential, inspiration, and teamwork should be valued and nurtured.
We work hard to create and sustain an open and collaborative environment. We embrace change and constantly evolve to meet our people’s diverse needs, in the same way that we help our clients to navigate and stay ahead of developments, to move forward together.
