Senior Events Manager (Travel)

Location: Hybrid in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Portugal; international travel and flexible hours may be required.

Company

hirify.global is a Portuguese technology-driven travel platform connecting travellers with independent and qualified travel consultants.

What you will do

• Develop and execute the annual global events strategy and calendar in line with business objectives.
• Plan and deliver international conferences, conventions, educational events, networking sessions, leadership meetings, internal events, and community gatherings.
• Manage attendee experiences across registration, communications, on-site engagement, and post-event follow-up.
• Own event budgets, supplier sourcing, venue negotiations, contracts, logistics, production, catering, transportation, accommodation, and audiovisual services.
• Lead digital and hybrid events, contingency planning, operational risk management, and health and safety compliance.
• Measure event performance through KPIs, ROI, attendee satisfaction, and executive reporting while improving scalable event processes.

Requirements

• Degree in Events Management, Marketing, Communication, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing large-scale corporate, commercial, or international events.
• Experience delivering conferences, conventions, business events, or brand experiences from concept to execution.
• Strong experience with event budgets, financial planning, supplier negotiations, international venues, and cross-functional projects.
• Experience with Eventbrite, Bizzabo, ON24, Zoom Events, event applications, CRM integrations, or similar platforms.
• Fluent English is mandatory; willingness to travel internationally and work flexible hours when required.

Nice to have

• Additional language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with a monthly utility allowance for remote work.
• Private health insurance and meal allowance.
• Two additional annual leave days, including a birthday day off.
• Access to the Udemy academy.
• Annual performance-based bonus and travel perks at net rates.