Event Manager F/M

Vacancy details

General information

Reference

2024-233  

Position description

Business unit

Communication - Events

Job title

Event Manager F/M

Contract type

Temporary

Contract duration

6 months (renewable)

Candriam Group Presentation

Candriam is a global multi-specialist asset manager and a recognized pioneer and leader in sustainable investment. For more than 25 years, Candriam has offered innovative and diversified investment solutions across many asset classes including fixed income, equities, absolute return , asset allocation and illiquid assets.

As a Responsible Employer, Equal Employment Opportunity is crucial to Candriam. We are committed to building the best global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We provide an inclusive work environment and support wellbeing and work-life balance.

Mission

As a member of the Events team, you are responsible for organising high profile events and multi-stakeholder projects in Belgium and in Europe, contributing to the positive image of CANDRIAM. You are also in charge of various event sponsorships.

Responsabilities

  • You organise internal and client events, according to briefings and allocated budgets, in Europe and even internationally.
    You organise high quality events within the agreed timetable and budget.
  • You look for (new) venues and concepts in line with CANDRIAM's sustainable development policy.
  • You provide ad hoc support for the activation of sports sponsorships
  • You follow up on sponsored events in various European countries
  • You assist in the management of promotional items distributed in the context of sponsorships
  • You evaluate and report on the quality of the events/projects organised, based on feedback from clients and internal stakeholders
  • You draw up the budget for each event/project and ensure its control (in a rigorous manner)
    You negotiate the best possible conditions with suppliers
     

 

Profile

- You have a degree in Communication (specialisation: event planning) and/or Marketing or equivalent experience
- You have at least 2 years' experience in organising high-profile corporate events
- You are fluent in French, English and Dutch (or B1 minimum)
- You are curious and creative in your search for solutions and you are always on the lookout for new trends or ideas (venues, concepts, technologies, etc.)
- You are a good negotiator, tactful and a good communicator
- You put the customer first in everything you do
- You are efficient and able to meet tight deadlines with ease
- You are detail-oriented, meticulous, rigorous and pragmatic
- You are flexible and willing to work evenings or weekends from time to time
- You are a team player and flexible in working with others. You have strong interpersonal skills

Position location

Job location

Europe, Belgium

City

Brussels

Candidate criteria

Education

2. Bachelor's Degree / Licence - Master (BAC+3)

Minimum level of experience required

2-5 years

Languages

  • English (C1 - Fluent)
  • Dutch (C1 - Fluent)