English (Proficient)
SmithNovak
CZK 40,000 – 60,000 • Full-time • Prague
Seniority: Mid level • Education: Bachelor
International Conference Producer: English
THE COMPANY
We develop high-quality international conferences for the European Financial Services sector with leading events in London, Madrid, Milan and more.
THE ROLE
The successful candidate will be responsible for the production of international conferences including; research, securing speakers, project management and on-stage management of speakers and panellists.
KEY TASKS
Researching, finding and inviting (by telephone & email) senior level executives to present at our Conferences
Managing the event project from initial design right through to on-site management and completion
Managing the programme, writing presentation titles and negotiating with Speakers
Being ‘on stage’ at the event, taking responsibility for all aspects of the conference
THE CANDIDATE
You will be a true ‘people-person’. We are looking for a confident character with excellent organisation and communication skills. Finding, inviting and securing high-level Speakers is not easy and requires drive, perseverance and relationship-building skills.
SPECIFIC SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Advanced English skills: verbal & written
A University degree
at least 2-5 years’ experience in a similar or commercial role involving significant contact with external customers or suppliers in an international environment
experience in event management, journalism, recruitment, purchasing, sales or customer service would be advantageous
OTHER SKILLS
Advanced communication & organization skills – candidates must enjoy being highly sociable with clients
Motivated and excited to learn and investigate new topics
Persuasive, persistent, positive & energetic
Driven: projects do not happen by themselves!
A can-do, positive attitude and a willingness to take personal responsibility for the success of events
Confident, fun and passionate with a desire to be in the spotlight, on-stage
WHAT WE OFFER:
We offer a good basic salary with significant performance-based commissions and the opportunity to become a key figure in a growing team. Our events take place around Europe and you will have the opportunity to travel 4-6 times per year to some of the most exciting cities in the world.
Please send your CV together WITH A SHORT COVERING MESSAGE in English explaining why we should consider you. Applications without a Cover Note and not in English will be ignored.
Job position benefits
Attendance of international conferences Foreign business trips Company events and teambuilding Caffeteria Flexible working time Notebook Bonuses