- Conduct independent research on event themes, relevant news, potential venues, and prospective speakers.
- Cultivate and enhance an advisory network while collaborating with Law.com editorial and industry associations to establish key messaging for events.
- Build a database of subject matter experts and target, recruit, and secure high-profile speakers, keynotes, and panellists
- Coordinate with speakers by participating in panel/research calls.
- Support the Sales team by identifying potential sponsors and collaborating to finalise deals.
- Work with Marketing to develop messaging and identify target audiences.
- Oversee onsite content delivery, managing all track sessions, keynotes, plenaries, and other forms of in-person content.
- Possess a working knowledge of AV specifications and best practices for effective content delivery.
- Be prepared to moderate on-stage sessions as needed.
- Contribute to the expansion of the international conferences portfolio by identifying key trends and opportunities.
- Travel to events to manage onsite speaker and content activities.
- 2-3 years of experience in developing conference content and recruiting speakers.
- Knowledge of the legal industry is highly desirable.
- Proven track record in executive speaker outreach via traditional and social media channels.
- Strong customer service skills, with a talent for building relationships and solving problems.
- Expertise in copywriting and proofreading.
- Professional demeanour, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Capable of gathering, organising, and summarising large amounts of data.
- Highly organised and able to meet deadlines.