Event Content & Speaker Engagement Manager – German Speaking

Management Events; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding program

International AL Academy

Extra vacation days

Gym and wellness discounts

Company trips

Career opportunities across Europe

Job summary

Aurora Live is seeking a Senior Event Content & Speaker Engagement Manager to curate thought-provoking experiences for our Aurora Live Business Network in Europe. You will identify speakers, shape topics, and coach presenters for high-profile IT, Digital, and Cybersecurity events.

You’ll collaborate with Delivery & Marketing to ensure content resonates with the target audience, delivering projects on time with high quality and measurable impact.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience in conference production, content curation, or B2B media.
• Proven track record in speaker acquisition targeting high-level decision makers.
• Demonstrated success in securing senior speakers (VP/C-level).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in German and English.
• Ability to manage multiple content projects with precision and pace.
• A genuine interest in business, technology, innovation, and strategic leadership topics.

Responsibilities

• Speaker Acquisition: identify and secure top-tier speakers for German flagship events and virtual content.
• Cultivating Strong Relationships: maintain relationships with high-profile speakers and align topics.
• Strategic Collaboration: work with Customer Delivery & Marketing to align themes and speaker preferences.
• Content & Speaker Collaboration: support speakers in preparation and crafting narratives.

Skills

Speaker acquisition

Relationship building

Content curation

Bilingual English/German

Job description

Do you have a passion for creating impactful event experiences and curating content that inspires senior business leaders?

Are you skilled at building strong relationships with thought leaders and transforming complex ideas into engaging event discussions?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity meets commercial impact — and where your work directly shapes the success of high-level business events?

If this sounds like you, keep reading.

Your Mission

We are looking for a Senior Event Content & Speaker Engagement Manager to join our dynamic team and curate thought-provoking experiences and content for the Aurora Live Business Network.

In this role, you will create cutting-edge content for our physical and virtual events by identifying the right speakers and case studies most relevant to our target audience. You’ll collaborate closely with them to shape topics that resonate with our community, and you’ll nurture strong relationships by coaching and preparing speakers before the events and providing constructive feedback afterward.

Your success will be measured by your ability to deliver projects on time, with the highest quality and an innovative mindset, while contributing actively to the overall success of your business unit. You bring a commercial mindset to everything you do and thrive when working towards shared goals and measurable results.

In This Role, You Will

• Speaker Acquisition: Identify and secure top-tier speakers from IT, Digital, and Cybersecurity as keynote speakers and panelists for our German flagship events and selected virtual content - provided to our Aurora Live Business Network members.
• Cultivating Strong Relationships: Develop and maintain relationships with high-profile speakers, aligning their expertise with the most relevant topics for our audience to ensure sustained engagement and loyalty.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Delivery & Marketing teams to align theme and speaker preferences with event objectives, following closely with Marketing how the content you build resonates with the target audience.
• Content & Speaker Collaboration: Support speakers in their preparation and creating speaker narratives ensuring relevance and market resonance.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2+ years of experience in conference production, content curation, or B2B media (experience with German tech or industrial sectors is a strong plus), with a proven track record in speaker acquisition targeting high-level decision makers.
• Demonstrated success in securing senior speakers (VP/C-level) from leading corporations or public institutions.
• Strong understanding of the German enterprise and innovation landscape — including key players in software, industrial tech, mobility, and digital transformation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple content projects with precision and pace.
• A genuine interest in business, technology, innovation, and strategic leadership topics.

What We Offer

• Performance rewarded: You’ll receive an attractive compensation package with base salary, commission, and an additional starter bonus to support you as you ramp up and build your sales pipeline.
• Growth and learning: From day one, you’ll benefit from a four-week onboarding program and continuous coaching through our international AL Academy, ensuring you’re always developing and moving forward in your career.
• Career opportunities across Europe: As we continue to grow, you’ll have the chance to explore international opportunities. With offices in Helsinki, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Copenhagen, Berlin, Stockholm, Kuala Lumpur, and Barcelona, your career can take you anywhere.
• Recharge & Thrive: We care about your well-being and want you to stay energized both inside and outside of work. That’s why you can earn up to 12 extra vacation days each year and enjoy local perks such as gym and massage discounts, along with other wellness benefits. Curious about the details in your location? Ask your recruiter to learn more.
• We win together: Collaboration is our driving force, and every success is shared. That’s why we love bringing people together through company trips, international events, and local office celebrations — whether it’s hitting the slopes in Levi, running the Berlin Marathon together, or celebrating milestones across our offices in Europe.
• Annual company trip: Every summer, all employees from our different offices come together in Finland for an exciting company trip - a mix of team building, knowledge exchange, and celebrations.
• Global Community & Diversity: Diversity is part of our DNA. With colleagues from over 50 nationalities, you’ll join an international community where every culture, perspective, and background fuels innovation and success.

Recruitment Process

1. Screening video call with Recruitment Team.
2. First interview with Hiring Manager.
3. Second interview with Team Manager.
4. Reference check & short personal (working style) assessment.

At Aurora Live, we’re transforming the way leaders connect, collaborate, and grow.

Working with us means being part of an international, fast-paced, and purpose-driven company, where ambition meets action and every idea can make an impact.

Our teams bring together smart, curious, and driven individuals who love what they do — connecting visionary leaders, shaping industries, and celebrating success along the way.