Established in 1948 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (USA), Manpower is a global leader in the human resources industry. Operating in 82 countries with a network of over 3,900 offices, the company supports the workforce needs of more than 400,000 clients worldwide.
As specialists in the recruitment and selection of permanent and temporary professionals across all major economic sectors, we have been operating in Switzerland for over 60 years, employing more than 260 professionals across 37 locations nationwide.
For our estimated client, we are looking for an enthusiastic, multitask and well-organized Events Manager
Duties / Responsibilities:
Plan and coordinate special events, supporting event formats, logistics, and on-site delivery
Coordinate timelines, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth event execution
Support consistency between event formats, exhibition activities, and overall participant experience
Ensure high-quality standards in event production, materials, and delivery
Act as a point of contact for assigned pharmaceutical companies and industry partners, supporting sponsorship-related activities
Assist with budget monitoring and cost control for congress activities
Support the coordination of external suppliers and contracts, in line with internal procedures and compliance requirements
Ensure events are delivered in accordance with applicable regulations and industry standards
Support event performance tracking, feedback collection, and post-congress evaluations
Provide operational support to the Congress Team before, during, and after events
Requirements:
3–5 years of experience in event or congress management or a similar role
Strong organisational and project coordination skills
Excellent spoken and written English; additional languages are a plus
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Team-oriented and customer-focused approach
Events Director • Lugano