Position

Assistant Programme Manager, LegalTech GoWhere

Singapore Academy of Law

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Programme Manager, LegalTech GoWhere

About LegalTech GoWhere

LegalTech GoWhere is a joint initiative between Ministry of Law and Singapore Academy of Law. It is a platform to connect the LegalTech ecosystem, bridge real-world demand with innovation, and spotlight Singapore's thought leadership in legal technology. This initiative aims to catalyse a thriving LegalTech ecosystem in Singapore, supporting law firms and legal teams in confidently adopting technology while positioning Singapore as Asia's leading hub for legal innovation.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager will be the operational backbone of the LegalTech GoWhere initiative, ensuring flawless execution of all community touch-points and events. This role combines event management expertise with community engagement skills to create memorable experiences that strengthen Singapore's LegalTech ecosystem.

Employed by the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL), this role will work in a highly collaborative capacity with the Ministry of Law, taking direction from both organisations to ensure the success of the initiative.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning & Execution
Plan and execute monthly in-person events including open houses, speed networking sessions, and panel discussions
Coordinate logistics for bi-monthly curated dinners with industry leaders
Manage venue bookings, catering, AV requirements, and guest registration systems
Oversee event set-up, execution, and post-event follow-up activities
Maintain the event calendar and coordinate with speakers, sponsors, and partners

Community Management & Engagement

Manage day-to-day community engagement across digital platforms (LinkedIn, LUMA, with potential expansion to Instagram/TikTok/etc.)
Create and schedule regular social media posts to promote events, highlight community members, and share industry insights
Respond to community enquiries and facilitate introductions between members
Monitor community feedback and compile insights for programme improvement
Coordinate cross-promotional activities with partner organisations

Administrative & Operational Support

Maintain comprehensive databases of community members, partners, and stakeholders
Process event registrations, manage waitlists, and coordinate attendee communications
Prepare event materials including name badges, welcome packs, and promotional items
Manage programme budget tracking and vendor payments

Marketing & Communications Support

Support social media content creation including graphics, videos, and written posts
Assist in newsletter production and distribution
Coordinate with external vendors for marketing materials and promotional items
Maintain programme website and event listings
Create and distribute post-event surveys and compile feedback reports

Research & Data Collection

Support Legal Demand Survey distribution and follow-up
Assist in conducting pulse surveys and stakeholder interviews
Compile and organise research data for analysis
Maintain accurate records of event attendance and community engagement metrics
Prepare regular reports on community growth and engagement trends

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Communications, Marketing, or related field
1- 3 years experience in event coordination or community management
Proven experience managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
Experience in professional services or technology industry environments preferred

Core Competencies

Exceptional organisational and project management skills
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
Detail-oriented approach with ability to manage multiple moving parts
Customer service mindset with focus on creating positive experiences
Problem-solving skills and ability to handle unexpected challenges

Technical Skills

Proficiency in event management platforms (e.g. Eventbrite, Zoom Events)
Social media management tools and content creation software
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Google Workspace
Basic graphic design capabilities an advantage (Canva)

The successful applicant will be offered a two-year contract in the first instance. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.