Event & Communications Assistant

Continental; Alcalá de Henares; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental is seeking an Events & Communications Assistant to join our team in Spain on a one-year fixed-term contract. You will support the planning and delivery of corporate events, sponsorship activities, and brand activations, while assisting with communications, reporting and administrative tasks.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to juggle multiple tasks, and proficiency in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in events, communications or marketing, preferably in an events/communications/marketing agency.
• Experience supporting 360-degree projects or campaigns including events, communications, content, activations and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple activities while meeting deadlines.
• Confidence in liaising with agencies, suppliers, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proactive, collaborative and service-oriented with flexibility to travel occasionally.
• Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparation and delivery of corporate events, sponsorship activities and brand activations.
• Coordinate with agencies, suppliers and internal teams to gather information and fulfill requirements.
• Handle logistical arrangements including venues, accommodation, transport and guest lists.
• Provide on-site support during events and activation activities.
• Compile data and materials for post-event reports and internal presentations.
• Support external and internal communications activities and media coordination.
• Assist in creating presentations, reports and tracking tools, maintaining documentation.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Event planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Job Description

Are you interested in developing your career in events and communications?
We are looking for an organized and proactive Events & Communications Assistant to join our team on a one-year fixed-term contract. Working closely with the Event Coordinator, you will support the planning and delivery of corporate events, incentive activities, sponsored trips and brand activations, while also assisting with communications, internal reporting, presentations and administrative tasks.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong organizational skills who is comfortable handling multiple tasks, following up with different stakeholders and contributing to the smooth delivery of events and communication activities.

What you'll be doing:

Event and Sponsorship Support, approximately 70%

• Support the Event Coordinator in the planning, preparation and delivery of corporate events, sponsorship activities and brand activations, incentive trips and annual conventions.
• Liaise with agencies, suppliers, venues, sponsorship partners and internal teams to collect information and follow up on operational requirements defined by the Event Coordinator.
• Assist with logistical arrangements, including venues, accommodation, transportation, catering, branding materials, guest lists and participant requirements.
• Provide operational and on-site support during events and sponsorship activations.
• Compile attendance data, participant feedback, activation results, media coverage, photographic materials and supporting documentation for post-event reports and internal presentations.

Communications and PR Support

• Support external and internal communication activities, including the preparation and distribution of communication materials, media coordination and event-related communications. Track media engagement and results, ensuring timely follow-up and reporting while supporting routine communications functions as needed.

Reporting and Administrative Support

• Support the preparation of presentations, reports and tracking tools, while maintaining event logistics, supplier information and project status updates. Provide administrative assistance to the team and ensure the timely organization and accuracy of all related documentation.

Additional Information

What we offer

• A 12-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to gain broad exposure across events, sponsorships, and corporate communications.
• The opportunity to work on impactful events, sponsorships, and communication projects.
• A collaborative and international working environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in events, communications or marketing, preferably gained in an events, communications or marketing agency.
• Experience supporting 360-degree projects or campaigns, covering areas such as events, communications, content, activations and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Confidence in liaising with agencies, suppliers, partners and internal stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Proactive, collaborative and service-oriented approach, with flexibility to provide on-site support and travel occasionally when required.
• Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish.

Company Description

Continentalis a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around76,000 peoplein 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from theTires group sectormake mobility saferandsmarter. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers.In fiscal 2025, the Tiresgroup sectorgenerated sales of 13.8 billion euros.Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.