Join us as an Elite International Events Manager

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for event operations and logistics? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes?

We are looking for an International Events Manager to join the ELITE team, where you will play a key role in the operational execution of high-profile events, workshops, and conferences across Portugal, the Netherlands, and France. Reporting to the ELITE Head of Events, you will ensure that all event logistics are efficiently managed, supporting seamless experiences for participants and stakeholders. This Position is based in Lisbon, but business travel to other locations will be required.

You will primarily be responsible for: ​

Event Planning & Execution:

• Plan and coordinate virtual, hybrid, and in-person courses, events, and conferences for ELITE, primarily in Portugal, the Netherlands, and France.

• Ensure smooth delivery of workshops, seminars, and large-scale events, supporting business and group objectives.

• Scout, brief, and manage external agencies and suppliers (catering, hostesses, venues, audiovisual, etc.) to guarantee high-quality service for training, workshops, and dinners.

• Oversee event logistics, including invitations, guest lists, catering, AV support, media, signage, security, and speaker coordination.

• Ensure cost control by managing budgets, raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and liaising with the legal team for contracts.

• Monitor and evaluate event performance, providing post-event reports and analysis.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration:

• Serve as the main point of contact for ELITE company members needing logistical support.

• Collaborate with the ELITE Partnership Team to coordinate partner participation in events.

• Provide partners and speakers with all required guest data and event materials.

• Participate in weekly team meetings with European colleagues across ELITE’s different locations.

• Work closely with the digital team to enhance the ELITE platform experience for members.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Maintain event calendars and ensure all activities align with business priorities.

• Track budget consumption and provide regular reports to the Head of Product.

• Ensure all events comply with international regulations and internal standards.

Your Profile:

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in event planning and management, ideally in an international setting.

• Experience managing suppliers and logistics in a corporate or professional services environment.

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management software.

• Excellent command of spoken and written English; proficiency in Portuguese is highly desirable (other European languages are a plus).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.

• A proactive and problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment.

Working with us means:

• Being part of a vibrant, international, and diverse team collaborating across Europe.

• A dynamic and innovative company where you can make an impact.

• Access to learning and career development opportunities.

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.

Apply by submitting a CV in English.

About ELITE:

ELITE is Euronext’s ecosystem designed to help private companies grow by providing access to expertise, networking opportunities, and capital. It supports businesses in reaching private and public capital markets while fostering long-term sustainable growth.

ELITE’s approach is based on three key pillars:

• Expertise & Training: A tailored program covering topics such as strategy, innovation, governance, and funding.
• Networking & Visibility: Connections with industry peers, advisors, and investors, along with media exposure and exclusive events.
• Access to Capital: A bridge to traditional and alternative funding solutions to support business expansion.
   

Since its inception, ELITE has supported over 2,300 companies across 39 sectors, generating a combined revenue of €188 billion and employing 652,000 people. It has facilitated substantial growth, including €947 million raised for over 260 companies, 76 stock market listings, 187 bond issuances, and over 1,750 M&A deals.

Join Euronext – Shape capital markets for future generations

Euronext is the leading pan-European market infrastructure, connecting European economies to global capital markets to drive innovation and sustainable growth.

• Operating in 18 countries across Europe, the US, and Asia, it has regulated exchanges in Belgium, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, and Portugal.
• Euronext operates regulated equity and derivatives markets, a leading electronic fixed income trading market, and the largest centre for debt and funds listings globally.
• The Group offers a wide range of products including equities, FX, ETFs, bonds, derivatives, commodities, and advanced data services.
• It provides clearing through Euronext Clearing and custody and settlement services via Euronext Securities in Denmark, Italy, Norway, and Portugal.
• Euronext also offers technology, corporate, and data services to third parties.

Euronext Values

Unity

•        We respect and value the people we work with

•        We are unified through a common purpose

•        We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion

Integrity

•        We value transparency, communicate honestly and share information openly

•        We act with integrity in everything we do

•        We don’t hide our mistakes, and we learn from them

Agility

•        We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness

•        We are adaptable, responsive and embrace change

•        We take smart risks

Energy

•        We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo

•        We focus on and encourage personal leadership

•        We motivate each other with our ambition

Accountability

•           We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders

•           We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome

•           We reward and celebrate performance

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people, who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

Additional Information

This job description is only describing the main activities within a certain role and is not exhaustive. It does not prevent to add more tasks, projects.