Corporate Events & External Relations Manager(m/w/x)

# Title:  Corporate Events & External Relations Location: Baar, CH Date: May 9, 2025 **About the Role** We are seeking a dynamic and organized **Corporate Events & External Relations Manager** to lead our strategic event planning and external stakeholder engagement activities. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality corporate events and managing key external relationships with organizations such as the **Lucerne Dialogue**, **Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce**, and other relevant external bodies. You will play a pivotal role in strengthening our brand presence, building external partnerships, and promoting thought leadership initiatives. **Key Responsibilities:** **Corporate Events Management** * Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events, conferences, networking sessions, and forums, ensuring alignment with business strategy and brand standards. * Manage event budgets, contracts, vendor negotiations, and logistics (venue, catering, technology, etc.). * Develop event communication plans including invitations, follow-ups, and internal communications. * Track event performance, attendee feedback, and continuously optimize event experiences. **External Relations Management** * Serve as the key liaison for external mandates such as the **Lucerne Dialogue**, **Swiss American Chamber of Commerce**, and other industry bodies. * Coordinate company participation in external events, forums, and networking opportunities. * Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners, associations, and key stakeholders. * Prepare briefing documents, speaking points, and other materials for leadership participation at external events. **Internal Collaboration** * Work closely with leadership, marketing, and communications teams to ensure alignment on external messaging and brand positioning. * Support internal reporting on external relations activities and event outcomes. **Administration and Reporting** * Maintain an external engagements calendar and stakeholder database. * Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on event outcomes, external relations activities, and emerging opportunities. **Requirements:** **Experience and Skills** * 5+ years of professional experience in event management, external relations, or corporate communications. * Strong project management skills with proven ability to manage multiple events and initiatives simultaneously. * Experience working with senior executives and external organizations at a high professional standard. * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in [insert language(s), e.g., English and German]. * Strong networking and relationship management skills. * Attention to detail, problem-solving attitude, and ability to work under pressure. **Education** * Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. * Event management experience (optional but a plus). **Personal Attributes** * Highly organized and proactive. * Professional, diplomatic, and discrete. * Strong sense of ownership and accountability. * Collaborative team player with a hands-on mentality.