As a company of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, WFB Wirtschaftsförderung Bremen GmbH plays a central role in developing, strengthening, and promoting Bremen as a business and leisure destination. WFB assists, advises, and supports companies in establishing business operations, develops and markets commercial real estate, and acts as a broker for real estate transactions. In addition, WFB explores opportunities for innovative projects, builds networks, facilitates development processes, and establishes the right contacts when it comes to regulatory approval procedures or the search for cooperation partners. As a staunch ambassador for Bremen in terms of quality of life and economic appeal, WFB supports the promotion of Bremen as a tourist destination and ensures Bremen’s successful positioning in the global competition among business locations.
The BCB’s core tasks include representing, promoting, and marketing Bremen as a venue for events, including conventions, conferences, and corporate events. We attend trade shows and workshops, assist clients with on-site tours, coordinate marketing campaigns and social media activities, and are responsible for the website www.bremen-convention.de.
We provide impartial advice to clients, solicit events, and, as an in-house PCO, offer comprehensive services for organizing meetings and conventions.
WFB Wirtschaftsförderung Bremen GmbH has been awarded the “Work and Diversity” certificate. We have also held the “Work and Family” certification since 2008. In addition, we are certified as a “bicycle-friendly employer.”
You can expect the following responsibilities:
Support in securing national and international conference and convention events
Independent planning and management of national and international conference and convention events
Requesting quotes for conferences, conventions, and events, as well as purchasing and managing hotel room blocks
Drafting of convention bid proposals and service agreements
Participant management for meetings and conventions using CVS software
PCO services tailored to client needs
Management of payment and financial transactions for client accounts
Database maintenance in CRM/Sugar and the NEOS content management system
Development of targeted marketing strategies for B2B audiences
Support in developing a marketing and promotion concept for conferences, conventions, and business travel based on a “Conference Journey”
Coordination of marketing initiatives (including social media activities and customer loyalty programs)
Representing the company at trade shows, workshops, customer events, and/or industry networking events
Organizing site inspections and sales events
What you need to bring:
Completed training or degree in event management, tourism, or a comparable field
Several years of professional experience in the trade show, convention, and event industry or a comparable field, e.g., the hospitality industry / professional experience in project management
Strategic and conceptual skills, as well as strong execution skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative, even under tight deadlines
Confidence in public speaking and a self-assured demeanor
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Very good written and spoken English skills
Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and proficiency in using various software systems, including CVS, SAP, and AI tools
In exceptional cases: Willingness to work on weekends or during extended working hours
Benefits
Permanent employment in a supportive work environment
Comprehensive onboarding and regular training and professional development
Flexible work hours and the option to work remotely
Work-time account with the option to take time off in lieu
30 days of vacation—Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve are days off
Fair compensation with an annual bonus and regular pay raises
Accident insurance, including coverage for personal use
Company fitness program and bike leasing
Excellent public transportation connections—we’re happy to provide a discounted job ticket