Event Manager

As an Event Manager, you create memorable experiences that bring ING's strategy, brand and relationships to life. From high-profile client events and corporate initiatives to internal engagements and digital formats, you transform business objectives into impactful experiences that deliver real value.

You own the end-to-end event journey, working closely with stakeholders, suppliers and partners to ensure every event is professionally delivered, strategically aligned and measured for impact.

This is a role for someone who combines creativity with structure, thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys turning ideas into exceptional experiences.

What you'll be doing

Create and deliver impactful events

• Translate business objectives into compelling event concepts and participant experiences.
• Lead the complete event lifecycle, from briefing and planning to execution, evaluation and follow-up.
• Deliver a diverse portfolio of on-site, hybrid and online events.
• Manage timelines, budgets, production schedules and project plans.
• Ensure a seamless participant experience before, during and after every event.
• Act as the on-site lead and confidently manage unexpected situations when they arise.

Partner with stakeholders

• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the organisation.
• Understand business needs and translate them into effective event solutions.
• Challenge ideas constructively and help stakeholders make informed decisions.
• Build strong relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior management.
• Coordinate all parties involved and ensure clear communication throughout each project.

Manage suppliers and budgets

• Brief, coordinate and evaluate agencies, production partners and suppliers.
• Manage requests for proposal, quotations and supplier selection processes.
• Monitor budgets and ensure projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters.
• Negotiate where appropriate while maintaining quality and value.
• Build strong partnerships that support excellent event delivery.

Drive operational excellence

• Coordinate logistics, event materials and practical arrangements.
• Identify opportunities to simplify and improve event processes.
• Develop tools, templates and best practices that increase efficiency and consistency.
• Share knowledge and contribute to the continuous development of the team.

Measure impact

• Define clear objectives and success measures for every event.
• Gather feedback and analyse performance data.
• Translate insights into recommendations and continuous improvements.
• Ensure events create measurable value and support business priorities.

Why join us?

• Make an impact: create experiences that support ING's business ambitions, client relationships and brand reputation.
• Own projects end-to-end: from concept to execution and evaluation.
• Work with diverse stakeholders: collaborate with business leaders, communication teams and external partners.
• Variety guaranteed: no two events are the same.
• Help shape the future: contribute to improving processes and elevating the event experience across ING.
• Be part of a collaborative team: work alongside experienced professionals who enjoy sharing knowledge and expertise.

How to succeed

We hire people for their potential. We value curiosity, ownership and the willingness to keep learning.

To be successful in this role, you have:

• At least 5 years of experience in event management with proven end-to-end event delivery experience.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working with agencies, suppliers and external partners.
• Experience managing budgets and delivering projects within agreed parameters.
• A proactive, organised and solution-oriented mindset.
• The ability to stay calm and effective under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture.
• Professional proficiency in English, Dutch and French

Most importantly, you're passionate about creating experiences that make a lasting impact.