On behalf of our client, Nordic Investment Opportunities “NIO”, we seek an experienced and proactive Event Specialist passionate about leading and executing impactful, high-caliber events that align with the organization’s vision and business goals.
NIO
NIO rose from the idea of opening new investment opportunities by providing access to best-in-class private market funds. Our comprehensive understanding of private funds draws on diverse career backgrounds from the financial industry. Decades in the industry have generated an extensive network utilizing a knowledge-sharing approach. By investing with NIO, you will have trusted experts on your team, and we always co-invest in our funds.
For further information about NIO, please visit: https://nio.partners/
The Job
As the Event Specialist, you will take the lead in organizing and executing exceptional events that reflect NIO’s commitment to professionalism and exclusivity. From high-profile corporate events to smaller, team-specific gatherings such as classroom-based learning sessions and webinars, you will play a pivotal role in creating experiences that inspire, engage, and drive meaningful connections.
Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering high-calibre events that resonate with NIO’s clientele, with a clear focus on exclusivity and value generation. You will bring innovative ideas to re-engage existing investors while enticing new ones, leveraging your strong network of high-end brand contacts to enhance event offerings. Smaller, team-focused events will also fall under your remit, supporting the sales team with impactful learning opportunities and webinars.
This is a unique opportunity to combine your expertise in corporate event management and sales with a creative flair and a deep understanding of high-net-worth clientele.
Tasks and Responsibilities
End-to-end internal and external event management from large-scale and high-profile corporate events (4-6 annually) to smaller team-specific gatherings, such as classroom-based learning sessions or webinars (12x a year).
Manage all event logistics, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, budget, attendee registration, setup, and post-event evaluations.
Manage event marketing and communications, including invitations, sign-up and registration, agendas, and follow-up.
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and business development teams to develop and implement an annual events calendar including event content.
Develop and implement a structured event process to ensure efficiency and consistency when collaborating with the Investor Relations team on events, facilitating smooth planning and execution that aligns with corporate objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Assess the business value of an event and give guidance where appropriate—devising creative and innovative event concepts that meet objectives and budget.
Post-event reporting: Evaluate event success and gather feedback, analysing data to measure ROI and areas for improvement.
Manage and develop strong relationships with external suppliers, vendors, and luxury brands to create unique partnership opportunities and lead relevant meetings and communications.
Demonstrate expertise in event production, supplier negotiation, event contracting, and logistics. Track and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with business goals.
Market research: Stay informed of industry trends and competitor events to keep NIO’s event strategies innovative and relevant.
Mindset & Competencies
You have a strong commercial mindset. You leverage events as a platform to connect with and nurture leads, proactively engaging with prospects to support sales and business growth.
You are skilled in identifying opportunities during event interactions and leveraging insights to contribute to revenue growth and client retention.
You excel at interacting with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels. In addition, you reflect values, culture, and brand at all levels and make a positive impression on key contacts.
You can grasp the big picture while effectively managing operational details. You proactively ask questions and fill in any gaps to ensure nothing is overlooked.
You are a positive team player with a creative, “whatever-it-takes” attitude. You demonstrate an intuitive sense of prioritization, execution, and problem-solving.
No challenge or task is too big or small for you, and you maintain meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, even when things are moving at speed.
You have an “act like an owner” mindset and ensure everything gets done in a timely manner.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills – you build internal and external relationships.
Qualifications
Proven experience in managing high-caliber corporate events, showcasing attention to detail and excellence in execution.
Sales and event experience with high-net-worth clients, demonstrating a strong focus on relationship building and client satisfaction.
Strong network within the high-end brand industry, enhancing opportunities for collaboration and event impact.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills, ensuring seamless planning and execution of multiple events simultaneously.
Fluent in verbal and written communication in Danish and English, with an ability to adapt tone and style for diverse audiences.
Strong presence, personal presentation, and emotional intelligence, with the ability to remain composed and accommodating under pressure.
Proficient in IT tools, including Outlook and other event management platforms, to support efficient communication and coordination.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, vital for managing vendors, venues, and stakeholders effectively.
Questions about this role
Please contact Frederikke Høg in regards to questions about this role – frederikke@osander.dk
