New business & client acquisition
New client acquisition: You identify potential clients, establish initial contacts and convince them of PIRATEx
Pitch support: You prepare presentations and present our agency and services professionally and enthusiastically
Network building: You represent PIRATEx at events and industry meetings and build long-term business relationships
Lead management: You follow up on inquiries, conduct initial talks and qualify potential projects
Creative event conception: You develop innovative, tailor-made event concepts that excite clients and participants
Strategic consulting: You analyze client needs, develop customized solutions and advise on optimal implementation of their goals
Proposal development: You create compelling proposals including concept, timeline and budget
Customer journey design: You design the participant experience from the first touchpoint through follow-up
Project management & execution
Project coordination: You manage selected projects from planning through execution
Supplier management: You coordinate venue, catering, technical production, event platforms and other service providers
Budget responsibility: You prepare budgets, monitor costs and ensure financially sound execution
Client communication: You act as the main contact for your clients and ensure regular alignment and transparent communication

Strong communication skills: You can inspire people, present convincingly and quickly build trust
Creativity: Innovative ideas and unconventional solutions are your strength
Strategic thinking: You recognize client needs, think customer-oriented and develop goal-oriented concepts
Sales affinity: You enjoy contact with (potential) clients and proactively approach people
Organizational talent: You juggle multiple projects and tasks with ease
Hands-on mentality: You are a doer and are willing to get involved yourself
Team player qualities: Collaboration within the team is natural to you
Self-organization: You work independently and in a structured way, even in a dynamic environment
Sense of humor: A healthy sense of humor is one of your strengths
Relevant professional experience: At least 2 years of experience in event management, an event agency or similar fields
Concept development strength: Proven experience in developing event concepts
Client handling: Confident demeanor in client contact, ideally with initial experience in acquisition or sales
Project management: Experience in planning and implementing events (from a budget volume of €20,000)
Tool competence: Confident use of project management tools and software (Google Workspace, Gemini or similar)
Presentation skills: Experience in creating and presenting concepts and proposals

Varied role: You work at the exciting intersection of sales, concept development and execution
Responsibility: A high degree of responsibility and creative freedom (with a strong team behind you)
Variety: No two days are the same – from acquisition meetings to creative concept development to event execution
Development opportunities: Room for your personal and professional growth
Creative freedom: The opportunity to be creative and try out new ideas
Professional environment: Work with a committed and passionate team of event professionals
Flat hierarchies: Short decision-making paths and uncomplicated processes
Flexible work arrangements: Flexible working hours and the option to work from home
Trust-based vacation policy: Above the statutory minimum
Attractive benefits: Urban Sports Club, Deutschlandticket
Prime location: Our office at Friesenplatz in downtown Cologne – central and easily accessible
The best team: At least the team says so!

Event Manager – Concept & New Business

Key skills