Dechert

Specialist, Client Hospitality

New York Full time
Global leading law firm Dechert LLP is looking for a Client Hospitality Specialist to manage the firm’s corporate hospitality program end-to-end. This role will help develop creative ideas for hospitality events, manage the invitation and RSVP process, manage pre-event logistics and onsite event attendee experience, and track results in the CRM. The Specialist collaborates closely with Partners, Client Development, and vendors to deliver seamless, high-impact client experiences.
The role will report to the Client Events Manager and is ideal for a detail-oriented, creative, resourceful self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, professional services environment and can manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Job Description

Business Strategy and Management  

  • Support annual hospitality calendar aligned to client/sector priorities and key sponsorships. 

  • Support development of creative ideas for new and existing hospitality events. 

  • Conduct research and create presentations for internal review 

  • Support in development of creative ideas for new and existing hospitality events 

  • Design, develop and present strategic program recommendations 

 

Hospitality Events 

  • Produce event briefs, run-of-show, host packs, and post-event debriefs for high-touch events and bespoke requests. 

  • Help coordinate event-related communications, including invitations, RSVPs, ticket distribution, and other materials. 

  • Manage hospitality pre-clearance and approvals; monitor client and firm gifts/entertainment thresholds. 

  • Build target lists alongside lawyers and develop dynamic content in Vuture; configure landing pages/RSVP forms and waitlists. 

  • Track RSVP status, dietary/accessibility needs, and guest substitutions; coordinate thank-you and follow-up workflows. 

  • Liaise with venues, caterers (on food selection), and suppliers; manage floor plans, seating, AV, gift selection, and transportation. 

  • Participate in site visits and support overall event execution to ensure seamless logistics and attendee experience. 

  • Execute contingency plans and incident reporting; lead post-event wrap and reconciliation. 

  • Arrange for production of event materials, such as signage and promotional merchandise. 

  • Support contract negotiations  

  • Participate in site visits and support overall event execution to ensure seamless logistics and attendee experience 

  • Work Closely with partnership on ticket allotments and connectivity to business development strategy  

 

Administration 

  • Join weekly calls to build relationships with key stakeholders 

  • Budgeting: Utilizing internal platforms, settle invoices and manage internal accounting systems for hospitality events – e.g., approvals, processing payment, reconciling budget etc. 

  • Facilitate calendars, meetings and other communications with internal and external clients 

  • Support managing vendor relationships  

  • Perform all other duties as necessary and as assigned by your supervisor for efficient functioning of the events team, department, office, and firm. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

  • 5+ years of marketing or corporate experience   

  • Meticulous and organized. 

  • Commitment to excellent internal and external client service. 

  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of the firm’s policies and procedures. 

  • Ability to effectively manage competing priorities. 

  • Good interpersonal skills with polite, professional and positive manner. 

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

  • Ability to learn new skills as they become necessary. 

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative organization. 

  • Confident stakeholder management; calm under pressure; problem-solver with a client-service mindset.  

  • Exceptional attention to detail, project management, and written communication (clear, client-appropriate copy).  

  • In-person attendance four days per week from February 2026 with flexibility for additional days as needed. 

  • Ability to work evenings/early mornings and occasional weekends; some travel for events. 

Additional Job Description

At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in New York is $96,000.00 to $120,000.00 annually.  Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience and location of the position.

Location(s)

New York

Time Type

Full time

Dechert LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination. The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law.