Title:  Corporate Events & External Relations

About Chain IQ

Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company providing strategic, tactical, and operational procurement services. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland Chain IQ operates from 6 main centers and 14 offices worldwide.

Our team of experts work to transform procurement within an organization utilizing our market knowledge and insights supported by innovative technology to drive procurement efficiencies. 

We apply the latest risk, sustainability, and social responsibility practices to strengthen procurement resilience. Chain IQ’s approach to ESG supports ethical operations, business standards and bio-diversity whilst minimizing environmental impact.

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.

We are Great Place To Work® certified in Switzerland, the United States, the United Kingdom, Singapore, Romania, Poland and China.

We proudly offer a first-class benefits package to all employees, so come and join Chain IQ and become part of an innovative, inspiring, and high-performing team of entrepreneurs, who are globally connected and locally anchored.

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