Responsibilities

• Act as the M&BD lead expert for the global SM&E team
• Lead and support the development of the yearly business plan and ensure implementation that supports the global SM&E sector strategy, aligning with firm objectives and strengthening our market position in this sector
• Manage a global team, providing guidance, training, and professional development
• Plan, create, and manage the implementation of marketing communications, including seminars and client events, CLE trainings, client facing materials, external conference attendance, and web and social media content
• Lead on directory and award submissions for relevant rankings and publications
• Support input coordination for sector specific thought leadership publications
• Collaborate with the PR team to implement profile-raising strategies for the sector and individual partners
• Conceptualize and support client seminars, webinars, and other marketing events, managing materials, supporting vendor selection, developing client communications, and handling day-of logistics and follow-up reporting
• Evaluate, coordinate, and execute sponsorships, as well as negotiate agreements and manage participation in sponsorships, to ensure that the firm maximizes return on its investment
• Foster relationships with industry associations, leveraging sponsorships to drive client engagement

Requirements

• Seven (7) + years of relevant experience required, preferably in the legal or professional services industry.
• Knowledge of the sports, media, and/or entertainment industries is a plus.
• One (1) + year(s) of people management experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Degree in marketing, communications or related field is preferred
• Experience of working independently, as well as within cross-functional and global operating teams, in a collaborative, professional environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required; familiarity with, and willingness to leverage, the firm’s AI tools preferred; and experience with Interaction and Foundation a plus.

Preferred

• Post-graduate qualifications (e.g. MBA) advantageous.