Coordinator, Event Marketing

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  Location

  (CANADA) and Toronto

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  Job Reference

  21289

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  Functional Area/Experience

  Marketing, advertising and PR / 2 Years

Job Description & Qualifications

We are seeking a Coordinator, Markets to join our Marketing and Business Development team, providing support to our Toronto Office!

The successful candidate will join our busy and fast-paced department, which includes the Business Development and Marketing functions, in an important support position. The Coordinator will provide assistance to the Toronto office with activities and initiatives related to marketing opportunities for lawyers and practices, as well as handle local administrative tasks for the department. The position is the face of an active department and will deal with a wide range of internal clients from lawyers, legal assistants and Business Services, as well as serve as a resource to department colleagues based in the other regions across the country. This is an excellent position for an enthusiastic individual who is looking for a role with potential growth opportunities.

This position reports to the Manager, Events and is located in our Toronto office. While there is opportunity for remote or hybrid work arrangements, attendance in the office and overtime may be required on occasion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to CMO with management reports by collecting Information regarding ongoing Markets activities, KPIs and other reporting as required
• Manage Markets activities tracker by collecting, following-up and reporting information relating to progress on priorities and KPIs
• Assist with various presentations for the leadership team using PowerPoint and other presentation platforms
• Provide general administrative support for the CMO including travel arrangements, some meeting scheduling, expense account preparation and processing, and credit card reconciliations
• Support for the Manager, Events by providing assistance with organization and on-the-ground support for on-and off-site client-facing and firm events
• Support for the Manager, Events by organizing virtual client events using various platforms (Zoom, Teams etc..)
• Provide on-site support for client seminars and events
• Responsible for logistics such as room bookings, catering, AV, coordination with office services, registration, room set up, etc.
• Create and send out invitations, event reminders and follow up emails to guests
• Other general duties as required.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s or recognized technical college degree in marketing, communications or relevant field (event planning is an asset).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in event planning and/or marketing, related role in a corporate environment.
• Experience within a professional services firm is an asset.
• Strong project management skills and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work under pressure and be able to meet tight deadlines
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be resourceful and possess a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Excellent technical skills (Excel, Word, Microsoft Office suite including Zoom and TEAMS
• Must be proficient with PowerPoint to format presentations and insert images
• Must have basic business writing skills and some project management skills.

What we offer:

We believe in the importance of a Total Compensation package, ensuring our mix of salary, benefits, and perks are competitive within the market as well as a work-life balance. We offer:

• A comprehensive Benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision Care, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 3+ Weeks’ Vacation and 10 Personal Days;
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace;
• Flexible working options;
• Maternity Leave Top-up;
• A Firm matching Group Retirement Savings plan;
• An individual TFSA with low fund management fees and competitive investment options;
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family;
• A wellness spending account to foster employee well-being;
• Professional Development opportunities;
• Employee appreciation events;
• Charitable giving programs.

Who we are:

Miller Thomson LLP is one of Canada’s fastest-growing national business law firms, with ten offices across the country. Our consistent ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective advice, combined with an unyielding service commitment to our clients and a strong dedication to our lawyers, staff and the communities in which we practice, gives us a unique position in the Canadian legal industry.

Miller Thomson LLP is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries individually, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Miller Thomson will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent department of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.