Event Manager (all genders)

Permanent employee, Full or part-time · Hamburg

Your mission
You create experiences that people remember. You plan, coordinate, and execute our events from our own formats to international conferences. You make sure everything runs smoothly, showcases Impossible Founders in the best possible way, and strengthens our community, brand, and ecosystem.

Planning & organization of our own events
  • Take ownership of all Impossible Founders event formats  from intimate founder sessions to larger flagship events
  • Plan events end-to-end: concept, location scouting, logistics, guest management, and on-site coordination
  • Work closely with service providers (catering, tech, design, video, decoration) and keep all moving parts under control
  • Plan and manage event budgets so that we invest smartly and effectively
Preparation & presence at trade fairs & conferences
  • Plan our participation at national and international conferences (booth, tickets, agenda, team coordination)
  • Coordinate with partners, sponsors, and organizers to make sure we’re always in the right rooms
  • Spot communication opportunities such as panels, side events, and meetings
  • Prepare materials such as one-pagers, give-aways, and other assets that make us stand out
  • Take the lead on documentation and follow-ups to turn events into lasting relationships and leads
Event communication & stakeholder management
  • Coordinate with partners, universities, sponsors, founders, and institutions to create strong, well-attended events
  • Ensure that every event supports our branding, communication, and positioning goals
  • Work hand in hand with content marketing on social media, newsletter, and PR activities before, during, and after events
Collaboration with service providers
  • Coordinate experienced event partners for planning, design, technology, and production
  • Prepare clear, sharp briefings that help everyone deliver their best work
  • Keep an eye on timelines and quality so everything runs smoothly and looks professional
Follow-up & reporting
  • Measure the success of each event (visitors, leads, feedback, reach, learnings) and share insights with the team
  • Take care of documentation and budget reconciliation
  • Build and maintain an internal “event library” with best practices, templates, and learnings – so everything gets easier and better over time
Your profile
You don’t need decades of experience to make a real difference. If you love organizing events, enjoy keeping many threads in your hands without losing your calm, and want to help build something meaningful in the startup ecosystem, you’ll feel at home with us.
  • 1–3 years of experience in event management, project management, or operations
  • Very good English and German skills
  • A structured, proactive, and solution-oriented way of working
  • Strong organizational talent and project management skills
  • Joy in communicating and coordinating with many different stakeholders (founders, partners, agencies, universities, etc.)
  • Resilience and calmness during peak periods – you stay focused and friendly even shortly before the event starts
  • Confidence in using Excel/Sheets and common project tools (e.g. Notion, Trello, Asana, Teams, etc.) 
Nice-to-haves
  • Experience in a startup, tech, or university environment
  • Experience working with event, design, or production agencies
  • Basic understanding of communication and brand work (e.g. how events contribute to positioning)
  • Genuine interest in DeepTech, science, and innovation – you’re curious and want to understand what’s behind the buzzwords
Why us?
At Impossible Founders, the people behind the impossible are the most important catalyst. That's why we do everything we can to create a collaborative working environment:
  • Responsibility & autonomy: You take on real responsibility from day one and have the freedom to actively shape your role and the company. Output counts, and you are given the freedom you need to do your job in the best possible way. In this role youcan build an event landscpae from scratch.
  • Flexible & family-friendly working: We offer a high degree of flexibility. We meet in the office on Mondays, and on other days attendance is optional with the option to work remotely. This includes our understanding of the needs within a family.
  • Meaningful mission & impact: You will work on projects that address real challenges in AI, climate tech, and beyond. You will achieve impact and visibility by working closely with founders, researchers, and leading partners. As a Event Manager (all genders) you will have high visibility and work close to the ecosystem.
  • Collaborative culture & diversity: We cultivate a collaborative culture—practical, ego-free, and driven by shared responsibility. Our team is characterized by diversity and openness. The company language is English so that everyone feels welcome.
  • Personal growth: We support your development through rapid learning cycles, regular feedback, and a budget for your professional development.
Attractive working conditions:
  • 30 days of vacation
  • Deutschlandticket
  • Central office in a prime location
  • Choice of your own hardware
About us

Impossible Founders is one of Germany’s boldest DeepTech startup factories. Our mission: turning groundbreaking technologies into real companies – with the potential to change the world. We collaborate with leading scientists, fearless founders, and renowned institutions. Our ventures emerge in future-focused fields like Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, advanced materials, and Green Tech.

If you’re ready to make the seemingly impossible possible, you’re in the right place.

We welcome applications from all talented individuals, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural background, or abilities. Diversity makes our team stronger!

https://www.impossible-founders.com/
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