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About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can't guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

Project Manager Event Solutions (m/f/d)

Fulltime, located in Düsseldorf Area

As a Project Manager in one of our dedicated client teams in Düsseldorf you will be responsible for planning, organizing and executing different types of events e.g. incentive travel, meetings, teambuilding or other program activities. You will independently manage the projects as part of our dedicated client team.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• You are the link that connects everything: You are responsible for the sourcing, planning, coordination and execution of small meetings, group and incentive travel
• You communicate with clients in a service-oriented manner as well as negotiate with partners and so contribute to our success
• You are responsible for adhering to the budget and targets of your projects, coordinate all service providers and bring the right service partners on board
• During the execution of the meetings and incentive travel projects you will ensure a smooth process and an unforgettable experience for all participants
• Comfortable dealing with quick turnarounds and a fast-paced dynamic variety of programs
• Ideally you'd have experience with program management software, financial and logistics tracking experience using Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills

YOU ARE GOOD AT

• You have a strong passion for group and incentive travel and a heart for live events
• You have a couple of years of professional experience as a project manager or travel agent in an agency or incentive travel agency and already gained profound insights into the planning, implementation and accounting of all kinds of events
• You are an enthusiastic and flexible team player
• You are authentic, convince with your conscientious and independent way of working, can delegate, and confidently assess when you need to get support on board
• With a high level of commitment, you will work on a significant number of projects at the same time and still don't lose your overview, your sense of the right priorities and most importantly: your sense of humor and your good mood
• We would like someone with an excellent command of the German and solid knowledge of the English language (verbally and in writing)

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Our exciting project portfolio offers you an engaging and challenging working environment at a high level
• Passionate and purposeful colleagues are waiting for you, all of whom achieve extraordinary things in their fields and are passionate team players
• You've come to the right place if you'd rather conquer new creative territory than tread familiar paths
• To adequately compensate for the flexibility and commitment required in our project business, we offer you flexible working hours, a working time model with transparent and fair compensation regulations, as well as the opportunity to work from home
• We never forget to celebrate our successes - spontaneously or legendarily at our cross-location team events,
• Our daily interaction is characterized by communication at eye level, cordiality and helpfulness
• You will work for a solid and financially stable company that operates globally

Note: All initial interviews are currently conducted virtually. However, we would be happy to get to know you live when we deepen the interviews.

THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E's global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career - there's always room to move.

We've got you covered

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We're positive. You'll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

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