Head of Events and Strategic Sponsorships (Americas)

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

The role

The Head of Events and Strategic Sponsorship will lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of the firm's events and sponsorship initiatives, aligning them with the firm's business development and brand-building strategies. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills to oversee all aspects of event management and sponsorships while fostering key relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy that supports the firm's business goals, client engagement, and brand visibility.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all firm-hosted events, including client seminars, networking receptions, thought leadership panels and large-scale client entertaining.
• Manage event logistics, including venue selection, budgeting, vendor negotiations, and post-event evaluation.
• Ensure all events deliver a high-quality experience and align with the firm's brand standards and strategic objectives.

Sponsorship Management:

• Identify and evaluate strategic sponsorship opportunities that align with the firm's practice areas, target markets, and brand objectives.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements and manage relationships with sponsored organizations and industry associations.
• Measure the return on investment (ROI) of sponsorships and provide recommendations for optimization.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Lead and mentor a team of event professionals and external vendors to ensure successful delivery of all initiatives.
• Collaborate with practice group leaders, partners, and the business development team to align event content with client needs and market opportunities.
• Work closely with the communications team to promote events and sponsorships through targeted campaigns and media coverage (where applicable).

Budget Management and Reporting:

• Develop and manage the events and sponsorship budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
• Track key metrics and prepare reports on the performance and ROI of events and sponsorship initiatives.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership for continuous improvement.

Your experience

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7–10 years of experience in event management, sponsorship strategy, or a related role, ideally within professional services or a corporate environment.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale events and managing high-profile sponsorships.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong strategic thinking and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in event management software, CRM platforms, and other relevant tools.
• Familiarity with the legal industry or professional services environment is a plus.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful execution of events and sponsorships within budget and timelines.
• Measurable impact on client engagement and business development.
• Positive feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
• Consistent improvement in ROI of events and sponsorship initiatives.
• Domestic travel with occasional international travel required
• Must be able to adhere and comply with the Firm's Agile Working Policy which requires employees to work from the office at least three days each calendar week.
• Must be independently and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. The salary range for this role is $200,000 - $260,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience. 

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.

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