Junior Project Manager Event (m/w/x) — München experienced →

Avantgarde; München; Hybrid; EUR 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible working options

Remote work up to 3 weeks/year

Company events

Team networking

Munich rooftop terrace lifestyle

Zusammenfassung

AVANTGARDE Group in Munich is seeking an events professional to plan, deliver, and follow up on a variety of client event formats. You will advise clients, manage timelines, coordinate with suppliers, and be on-site to ensure a seamless experience.

If you enjoy teamwork, can stay organized under pressure, and communicate fluently in German and English, apply now to join our dynamic team in the heart of Munich.

Qualifikationen

• 1–2 years in event and/or project management.
• Structured, solution oriented with initiative.
• Fluent German and English; customer contact experience.
• Proficient MS Office skills; strong teamwork abilities.

Aufgaben

• Plan, deliver and follow up on client event formats.
• Advise clients on day-to-day operations and maintain relationships.
• Communicate requirements, milestones and objectives to stakeholders.
• Assist selecting and managing external partners and suppliers.
• Be on site at events to ensure a successful experience.
• Coordinate between departments (e.g., transport, visitor support).
• Prepare quotations, cost calculations, budgets, and reporting.

Kenntnisse

Event management

Project coordination

Team player

German language

English language

Stakeholder communication

MS Office

Ausbildung

Vocational training or degree in event management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

The AVANTGARDE Group, with its portfolio of specialized agencies, is a major player in the experience economy. AVANTGARDE is a globally operating corporate group with more than 650 employees at 13 locations worldwide. In addition to AVANTGARDE Germany, the agency division includes other agency brands such as Trendbüro and Slash.Digital, offering a wide range of solutions and services. AVANTGARDE covers all physical and digital touchpoints along the customer journey. Our Mission: „Crafting Stories. Shaping Spaces. Creating Fans.”

Your Tasks

• You will play an active role in planning the content, delivering and following up on a variety of event formats for our clients.
• You will advise end clients on day-to-day operational matters and support the team in maintaining relationships with our existing clients.
• You will communicate project requirements, milestones and objectives to your stakeholders, whilst keeping a close eye on the timetable.
• You will assist with the selection and management of external partners and suppliers (e.g. stand builders, catering, photographers, event equipment).
• You will be on site at our events, looking after participants and thus playing a key role in ensuring a successful experience.
• You will coordinate between other departments, such as the transport service and visitor support.
• You will create clear presentations, prepare quotations and cost calculations, assist with budget planning, and contribute to reporting and evaluations.

Your Profile

• You have some initial practical professional experience (e.g. through relevant work placements, part-time student roles or approximately 1–2 years’ professional experience) in event and/or project management.
• You enjoy working as part of a team, can keep track of things even during hectic projects, and are keen to learn how to successfully ‘pull everything together’.
• You have completed a vocational training programme or hold a degree in event management, marketing, hospitality, business administration or a comparable field.
• You are characterised by a structured, solution-oriented approach to work and demonstrate a healthy dose of initiative.
• You are articulate, enthusiastic and a genuine team player with a hands‑on attitude, who enjoys direct customer contact on an equal footing.
• You are proficient in using MS Office applications and communicate fluently in German as well as well in English.

Benefits

• Bye-bye boredom – we offer flexible working arrangements such as the option to work from home, flexible working hours and job rotation
• Fancy a change of scenery? With us, you have the chance to work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks a year
• A cycle out into the countryside, a workout at the gym or a spot of shopping – the company bike, a discounted Body & Soul membership and numerous discount offers make it all possible
• Be part of our legendary team and company events. These are all about finding inspiration, exchanging ideas and networking
• And don’t forget: with us, you’ll spend your coffee and lunch breaks on Munich’s most beautiful rooftop terrace, complete with its own barista and real sheep