Project Manager - Events
reedmackay
Gothenburg
Project Management
Project Manager
Public Relations
Job Score
100 pts
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At Reed & Mackay, we are more than a global leader in travel and event management; we are a team united by passion, care, and entrepreneurial spirit. As a unique brand within the Navan Group, we provide deep sector expertise and customised programmes from offices across the globe.
With over 60 years of innovation in service, our success is built on delivering flexibility, reassurance, and insight to our clients. Our built-for-service technology and high-touch expertise removes the hassle from travel and event management, connecting businesses globally while keeping their people productive and safe and their costs down.
Looking for the next opportunity? Join our dynamic, inclusive culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape the future of global travel and events.
Reed & Mackay Sweden
Reed & Mackay Sweden, formerly Resia, became part of the Reed & Mackay family in 2023. We provide services in Business Travel, Meetings & Events, and Congress Management, both nationally and internationally.
Our headquarters are located in Gothenburg, and we operate from offices in Sundsvall, Stockholm, Örebro, and Uppsala.
About the Role
As Project Manager – Events, you will sell, plan, and deliver group travel, conferences, and incentive trips from initial client brief to final execution. You'll create tailored solutions, manage project budgets and logistics, and ensure exceptional client experiences while maintaining profitability.
Working closely with clients, suppliers, and colleagues, you'll build strong relationships and contribute to a collaborative, customer-focused team. As we continue to develop new systems and ways of working, we're looking for someone who embraces change, enjoys technology, and values a high-tech, high-touch approach.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience in sales and project management of group travel, conferences, and incentive programmes.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Commercial acumen, including budgeting, costing, proposals, and profitability tracking.
- Experience using project management and business systems, including Qondor.
- Adaptability and confidence working in a changing environment.
- Fluent Swedish and English, written and spoken.
- Experience with Amadeus is essential.
About You
You are customer-focused, commercially minded, and highly organised. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving problems, and are comfortable making decisions under pressure. A collaborative team player, you are proactive, adaptable, and quick to learn new systems and processes. Above all, you have a passion for events, travel, and creating outstanding experiences.
Why You Will Enjoy Working With Us
At Reed & Mackay, we value community, development, and entrepreneurship. We believe in creating a workplace where people can grow, make an impact, and take pride in what they do.
You will become part of an international organization where ideas are encouraged, collaboration is valued, and together we shape the future of meetings and conferences.
We foster an inclusive environment that welcomes diverse perspectives and experiences, where every employee has the opportunity to make a difference.
What We Offer
Reed & Mackay offers a range of attractive benefits to support both your professional and personal development:
- Wellness allowance of SEK 5,000 per year
- Collective bargaining agreement with Unionen
- Stock Options / RSU Program through the Navan Group
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for mental health, coaching, and personal advisory services
- Exclusive discounts on travel, hotels, and supplier services
- Day for a Day – one paid day per year for volunteering with a charity or community project of your choice
- Milestone Recognition Program celebrating and rewarding important anniversaries and achievements
- Opportunities for growth within an international organization, working with exciting clients and projects around the globe
Equal Opportunities
At Reed & Mackay we welcome everyone with an open mind and an open heart. This is because we knowpeoples' different experiences, identities and backgrounds helps us to build a culture where everyone can collaborate and be their authentic selves, whilst feeling safe, valued and included.
Reed & Mackay is committed to providing equal opportunities by assessing all potential candidates according to their skills, knowledge, qualifications and capabilities. No regard will be given to factors such as age, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, disability or neurodivergence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics when making any employment decisions, including hiring.
Reasonable adjustments or accommodations will be provided, where required, and in line with local laws, to candidates who have a disability or are neurodivergent. Please notify us of your requirements at recruitment@reedmackay.com.
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