Event Specialist
Flow Traders
- Location
- Amsterdam
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 1 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- 1h ago
About this role
Flow Traders is looking for a driven event specialist to join our dynamic Communications team in our Amsterdam office. You will be instrumental in transforming events from decentralized, ad-hoc activities into a structured, consistent, and measurable communications and marketing channel, that strengthens brand visibility, deepens relationships, and directly supports our strategic business priorities.
This is a unique opportunity to join a leading proprietary trading firm with an entrepreneurial and innovative culture at the heart of its business. We value quick-witted, creative minds and challenge them to make full use of their capacities.
What you will do
• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of corporate events, including conferences, client events, and internal engagement activities
• Centralize and standardize event planning processes across the firm, ensuring consistent quality and execution at every touchpoint
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholder management, aligning event objectives with business priorities and keeping all parties informed throughout
• Manage budgets, suppliers, venues, and external agencies, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality
• Transform the firm's approach to events into a structured and measurable communications channel that supports brand visibility and relationship building
• Oversee multiple events simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and deadlines with confidence and precision
• Implement best practices and frameworks that elevate the overall standard of event delivery across the organization
• Apply your creativity to deliver professional and engaging events
What you need to succeed
• University Degree
• 2+ years proven experience in event management, event marketing, or a related field. A strong portfolio of corporate events is a plus
• Demonstratable track record of planning and executing high-quality events from concept through to delivery
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and stakeholders at the same time
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Hands-on experience managing budgets, suppliers, venues, and external agencies
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear briefs, proposals, and event-related content
What we offer
At Flow Traders, we create the conditions for hard‑working, high‑performing people to do their best work. From a thorough onboarding and ongoing access to Flow Academy, to latest technology and a collaborative, non‑hierarchical culture, we give you the tools, ownership, and support to move fast and drive outcomes. We keep a close‑knit, small‑company feel while offering competitive salary, annual discretionary profit share, and comprehensive benefits, so talent can grow here, and stay here. See our benefits below:
• Flow Academy and opportunities to attend domain-related conferences
• Daily catered lunch, great coffee, and a fully stocked kitchen and snack bar
• In-house Bar and Lounge with arcade, table tennis, billiards, and game consoles
• Company boat
• In-house gym and sessions with our nutritionist or personal trainer
• Bi-weekly massages
• Annual company trip and a variety of events throughout the year, such as the New Years Event
• Global rotations across our offices worldwide
• and more
Flow Traders does not accept unsolicited resumes from any professional staffing or search firms. All resumes, and any other information identifying potential candidates,