Events Manager (Full-Time, Based in Spain / Extensive Travel Required)

Salary: Up to €50,000 gross/year

Reports To: CEO

Supervises: Events Coordinator & Executive Assistant

Overview:

Confidential premium lifestyle & events company based in Marbella is seeking an experienced, self-sufficient, and highly presentable Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of high-end automotive and lifestyle events across Spain and Europe. From bespoke driving experiences to weekend getaways and launch galas, this role will oversee event delivery at every stage — from logistics and budgeting to vendor management and client experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced events manager who is fluent in English and Spanish to join a fast-growing luxury brand and take ownership of world-class experiences for an exclusive UHNW clientele.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of all major events (Driving Experiences, International Trips, Launch Gala).
• Create detailed event timelines, logistics plans, and production schedules.
• Source, negotiate, and liaise with premium vendors, venues, travel providers, hospitality partners, and agencies for a large volume of annual events per year (45+) with a strong focus on the major events – An Events Coordinator will work under you to take care of the smaller scale events.
• Collaborate closely with external agencies that will participate in assisting to curate the major events internationally.
• Oversee budgets, track spending, and deliver cost reports for each event.
• Ensure a white-glove level of guest experience throughout.
• Supervise and mentor the Events Coordinator & Executive Assistant, ensuring smaller events run smoothly.
• Liaise with the Marketing Manager to ensure events are aligned with the brand strategy.
• Work closely with the CEO to align on vision, standards, and execution.

Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Spanish is absolutely required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role within the automobile industry. Additional experience in high-end event production is highly valued.
• Experience with UHNW clients & luxury hospitality.
• Hands-on and highly organised; must be comfortable working independently.
• Confident in managing suppliers, contracts, negotiation & financial reports.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively and work flexible hours based on event schedules. The Events Manager is expected to be present at all major events.

If you are an experienced event manager, meet the criteria and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Apply here or email us at hello@squadplacements.com 🚀