Events Manager/Senior Events Executive (FTC)

Job Title: Events Manager/Senior Events Executive (FTC) Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together. Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone. * We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies. ________________________________________ The role in 60 seconds • Role: Events Manager/Senior Events Executive • Team: Client Development • Location: Bristol (Hybrid) • Working Pattern: Full-time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months) • Why this role matters: Events play a vital role in strengthening client relationships, showcasing Foot Anstey's expertise and supporting the firm's business development objectives, making this role key to delivering meaningful engagement and driving growth. ________________________________________ What you’ll do We're looking for an organised and enthusiastic events professional to take ownership of our established programme of internal and external events during a maternity cover period. Working closely with colleagues across Client Development and the wider business, you'll help deliver a varied calendar of in-person and virtual events that strengthen client relationships, raise our profile and support business growth. From planning and promotion through to on-the-day delivery and post-event reporting, you'll play a key role in creating engaging, high-quality experiences for our clients, contacts and colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing multiple projects, building relationships and delivering events that make a real impact. In this role, you’ll: • Event Management: Coordinate and deliver a programme of internal and external events, both in-person and virtual, ensuring a high-quality experience for attendees. • Stakeholder Support: Work closely with partners, lawyers and colleagues across the business to plan and deliver events that meet agreed objectives. • Event Marketing: Support the promotion of events through invitations, attendee communications, website content and targeted campaigns to drive attendance and engagement. • Project Coordination: Manage multiple events at different stages, ensuring activity is delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard. • Event Delivery: Coordinate all event logistics, including venues, suppliers, registrations, event platforms and on-the-day support. • External Events & Sponsorships: Help manage the firm's participation in external events, sponsorships and speaking opportunities to enhance brand visibility. • Collaboration: Work closely with Business Development, Strategic Communications and Client teams to deliver a consistent and professional client experience. • Reporting & Insights: Track attendance and event outcomes, providing reports and recommendations to support future planning and continuous improvement. • Supplier & Budget Management: Support the management of event budgets and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and successful delivery. ________________________________________ What we’re looking for We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings: • Events experience: Proven experience delivering corporate/professional B2B events. • Commercial mindset: An understanding of how events can support client relationships, business de