Event Planner (Temp)

Job Summary

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.

Based in Los Angeles, Dallas, or New York, the Event Planner will be responsible for supporting a range of office, regional and firmwide marketing and client engagement initiatives designed to elevate the firm’s profile and help connect lawyers with clients. The Event Planner plays an active role in learning about the service offering, lawyers and clients of the office/region and works closely with colleagues across offices and functions to coordinate a range of events.

This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Client Events.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, coordinating and executing internal and client events including closing dinners, receptions, CLE and professional programs, hospitality and entertainment events, branded giveaways and special programs.
• Partnering with business development leads, Partners, and other stakeholders to ensure event objectives are aligned with business priorities and act as project manager to execute events.
• Creating and distributing invitations and processing registrations.
• Managing event logistics- venue selection, catering, A/V, décor, materials, and on-site coordination.
• Coordinating production of event materials.
• Preparing and managing event timelines, budgets and post-event reporting using Gibson Dunn Events team processes and guidelines.
• Ensuring all events are consistent with firm brand standards and client service expectations.
• Sourcing, negotiating, and maintaining strong relationships with preferred vendors, including restaurants, venues, and hospitality suppliers.
• Managing and updating office-specific event planning and execution reference materials (e.g., restaurant guides).

Qualifications

• High emotional intelligence (EQ) and executive presence; skilled at interacting with senior stakeholders and clients.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and client-focused tone.
• Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Creative, solutions-oriented thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and detail-oriented under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel for on-site event support as needed.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in event planning within a professional services environment; legal industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint); strong aptitude for tech platforms and event tools; working knowledge of Vuture preferred.
• Demonstrated success in executing strategic, high-touch client events from concept to completion.

Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

Compensation & Benefits:

The hourly compensation rate for this position is $57-67/hr. The salary offered will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations.

Benefits offered for this position may include health care and paid sick time.

Locations:

New York, Dallas, Los Angeles

EEO Statement

Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all partners, employees and applicants and, in accordance with the applicable federal and state laws, does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, color, religion, matriculation or political affiliation, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, age, marital status or partnership status, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, personal appearance, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, arrest or conviction record, or on any other basis prohibited by law.