Senior Account Manager (Original Events)

North Eastern Services; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Account Manager to elevate innovative event brands. This role goes beyond traditional account management, focusing on strategic development and execution of events that unite technology and sports. You will drive partnerships, manage budgets, and collaborate with diverse teams to create transformative experiences. Ideal candidates will possess a strategic mindset, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for innovation. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will shape the future of events and communities.

Formación

• 3-5 years in partner/client account management in a project-driven environment.
• Experience in tech and innovation-driven sectors is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Lead business plans and brand strategy for events.
• Build long-term partnerships with key stakeholders and ensure project execution.

Conocimientos

Account Management

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Project Management

Communication Skills

Tech Industry Knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

CRM Systems

Descripción del empleo

At Kenes, we foster a family-like work environment within a global company. We understand the significance of work-life balance and strive to create an atmosphere that supports personal well-being and professional growth. We believe in empowering our employees with knowledge and skills that propel their careers forward. Join Kenes and embark on a rewarding journey where you’ll thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Summary

At Kenes Group, we don’t just organize conferences - we create platforms that inspire innovation, build communities, and drive progress. With 60 years of experience in global conference management, part of our company is Kenes Original Event - an initiative to develop proprietary event brands at the intersection of knowledge, impact, and experience. One of our flagship initiatives is SPORTECH - a disruptive platform uniting sports, technology, and innovation. It exemplifies our ability to bring together thought leaders, startups, and investors around future-shaping conversations. We are looking for a Senior Account Manager with a strategic mindset, entrepreneurial drive, and a passion for partnerships to take these initiatives to the next level. This is not a traditional account management role. As a Senior Account Manager for Original Events, you will be the business owner for selected projects - from idea to execution. You’ll shape the identity and direction of event brands, build strategic partnerships, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver transformative experiences. You’ll work closely with top-tier experts, tech innovators, and global stakeholders to ensure that every event not only meets - but exceeds - its business, content, and community goals.

Responsibilities

• Business & Strategy

Lead the development of mid-and long-term business plans for your events, including brand strategy, growth models, and revenue streams

• Identify market gaps and lead ideation for new event brands based on emerging trends and expert insight
• Create launch roadmaps for new events like SPORTECH, including objectives, messaging, content strategy, and performance metrics
• Stakeholders Relationship Management

Build and nurture long-term partnerships with key stakeholders including sponsors, partners, speakers, and advisory boards

• Act as a strategic advisor - translating client needs into creative solutions that align with Kenes' capabilities
• Drive stakeholder satisfaction by ensuring alignment between vision, execution, and outcomes
• Project Ownership & Execution

Take full budgetary responsibility for assigned events - ensuring financial health and ROI

• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, marketing, content, sponsorship) to guarantee timely, high-quality delivery
• Oversee event branding, program development, audience acquisition strategies, and content production

Serve as a thought leader internally - sharing insights, contributing to business development, and mentoring junior staff

• Represent Kenes at industry events, partner meetings, and other high-impact forums

Requirements

• Experience & Background

3–5 years of proven success in partner / client account management, preferably in a project-driven environment

• Demonstrated experience in or with the tech industry , understanding of innovation-driven sectors is a must
• Strong advantage for candidates with a sports background - either professionally or personally (e.g., sports business, events, startups, or active personal involvement)
• Skills & Mindset

Entrepreneurial and creative thinker with a strong strategic mindset

• Proven ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines independently
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience working in fast-paced, cross-cultural, and multidisciplinary environments
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (Salesforce or similar a plus)
• Language Requirements

Native or near-native English is essential

• Additional European languages are an advantage

In case you are interested in this position, please submit your CV in English.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

All documents will be treated with the strictest confidentiality!