Event Manager

ABOUT PLIANT

Pliant is a European fintech specializing in B2B payment solutions. Our modular, API-first platform helps businesses streamline spending, improve cash flow, and integrate payments into their financial workflows. Designed for industries with complex payment needs, such as travel and fleet, Pliant enables greater efficiency, control, and profitability.

We serve two primary customer segments:

• Companies looking to optimize operational processes through intuitive apps and APIs, gaining control, automation, and financial flexibility through extended credit lines.
• Businesses such as financial software platforms, ERP providers, and banks that want to launch or enhance their credit card offerings using Pliant's embedded finance and white-label solutions.

Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, Pliant supports over 3,500 businesses and more than 20 partners globally. As a licensed e-money institution (EMI), we issue Visa-powered credit cards in 11 currencies across more than 30 countries, helping companies streamline and simplify payments.

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About the Role:

As we are expanding quickly in the US, we are looking for an experienced
(Senior) Event Manager
to develop and implement an event strategy to achieve our company's brand and sales goals. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, creative individual with excellent communication skills who is flexible in responding to evolving business needs.

You will work
remotely from the US (East Coast preferred) ,
and will be working closely with our
VP of Marketing
and
our VP of Growth
who are based in Berlin, and collaborate closely with other company stakeholders as part of the commercial team. You will be mainly responsible for the ideation, development, planning, organization, and execution of events for the commercial teams as well as internal company events.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

1. Development of an Event Strategy

2. Create a comprehensive event strategy, including goal setting, implementation plans, and reporting, to support the company's objectives through events.

3. Conceptualization, Planning, and Execution of Events

4. Take responsibility for the entire event lifecycle—from conceptualization and on-site support to post-event success measurement.

5. Focus on external events (e.g., trade shows, conferences, and custom customer event formats) while also organizing and supporting internal events (e.g., summer parties) to promote the company culture.

6. Internal Collaboration

7. Work closely with stakeholders from sales, partnership management, content, social media, and design to ensure event content aligns with overarching company goals and can be seamlessly integrated into larger campaigns.

8. Supplier and Contract Management

9. Select appropriate suppliers and venues, negotiate contracts in alignment with relevant stakeholders, and manage supplier relationships.

10. Budget Management

11. Develop and manage a budget for the entire event portfolio, including cost control and financial reporting.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• At least 5+ years of proven experience in organizing events, conferences, and tailored formats such as dinners and roundtables. Experience with B2B events is an advantage. Fintech and SaaS are also a plus
• Creativity and a passion for event execution and communication. You enjoy bringing creative ideas to life and putting them into practice.
• An experienced project manager who thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to travel internationally for events.
• Knowledge of the marketing funnel and the ability to measure the impact and ROI (Return on Investment) of events.
• Experience with martech tools (e.g., Dreamdata) and CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot) is a plus.
• A university degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in a relevant field (e.g., event management, marketing, communication), or you are a career changer from another discipline with relevant experience.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• An influential role shaping U.S. market growth at an international fintech
• Opportunities for professional growth and ownership from day one
• A remote-friendly environment with support for work-life flexibility
• Health, wellness, and retirement benefits
• Access to a diverse and ambitious team driven by impact, innovation, and transparency