Marketing Events Specialist

Axis Communications is looking for an organised, hands-on Event Specialist to join our Middle Europe Marketing team in Rotterdam (Capelle aan den IJssel), the Netherlands.

If you love planning every detail, bringing people together, and seeing an event you built inspire hundreds of partners and customers, this role is for you. You will be the go-to person for event execution across Middle Europe.

WHAT IS AXIS?

Axis Communications is a fast-growing, innovative IT company with Swedish roots and a global reach. With over 5,000 employees in 50+ countries, we create cutting-edge security and surveillance solutions that make the world smarter and safer. At Axis, creativity and independent thinking thrive in a multicultural, open-minded workplace, where passionate people come together to innovate for a smarter, safer world.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Our in-person and digital events are a key part of how partners and customers experience the Axis brand. Our visitors value the inspiring content, the networking and the outstanding logistics. As we grow our Middle Europe marketing team, you will help us deliver events that turn business strategy into real engagement and customer satisfaction.

You work with your marketing colleagues, and you get support and tools from our corporate and EMEA events teams and from trusted agencies. You are the expert on event execution, and you keep looking for ways to make the next event even better.

Event execution:

• You support the Middle Europe team in planning and running events and trade shows.
• You follow the latest event trends and recommend new ideas and opportunities.
• You work closely with the Events Team Lead on budget planning and tracking for each event you coordinate.

Event coordination:

• You talk with sales and marketing colleagues, then prioritise and organise a mix of events: Conferences for strategic target groups, Trade shows, Digital conferences, Internal Axis events etc.
• You run pre- and post-event meetings and keep stakeholders updated on progress.
• You find and manage the right suppliers and venues.
• You track committed spend and accruals every month and every year.
• You develop and run the logistics for each event, from first planning to on-site coordination, and keep track of all materials and tasks.
• You manage post-event follow-up, including lead follow-up, event reports, and return-on-investment analysis.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

You are a proactive organiser who enjoys juggling many moving parts and keeping a calm head when the event is live. You build good working relationships with colleagues, agencies and suppliers. You also care about the details that make a visitor say, "That was well done."

We would love to hear from you if you have/are:

• A bachelor's degree in Marketing
• At least 5 years of experience in a marketing execution role, ideally at an IT or technology company
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to plan projects and manage timelines and budgets
• Experience working across teams and coordinating several parties to deliver events to a high standard
• Outstanding communication skills, internally and externally
• Fluent in Dutch and English, written and spoken (other languages are a plus)
• Strong presentation skills, able to engage audiences at every level
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and follow-through
• A creative, solution-focused mindset, and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity to try new platforms, tools, and tactics
• Willingness to travel within the region (about 20% of your time)

Don't tick every box? We'd still love to hear from you. We hire for potential and passion as much as for experience.

WHERE WILL YOU BE BASED?

This role is based at our office in Rotterdam (Capelle aan den IJssel), the Netherlands. You will travel within the Middle Europe region for events and trade shows, about 20% of your working time.

WHAT CAN AXIS OFFER?

At Axis, you will be working within an international organisation surrounded by enthusiastic people in an open-minded and innovative culture. We are growing rapidly, which means new challenges and opportunities to grow personally and professionally happen every day.

• A visible role with real ownership of events across the region
• Close collaboration with a passionate marketing team, plus corporate and EMEA event teams
• Internal events across Middle Europe and the EMEA region
• Axis pension contribution
• 100 days fully paid parental leave (gender neutral)
• Individual training opportunities through the Axis Academy

READY TO ACT?

Axis is a company realising the benefits of a diverse workforce. We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity — something that is fundamental to our success.

To be considered, please submit your CV and motivation letter in English.

AI: At Axis, our company is built upon people and values, which is why we do not use artificial intelligence to screen or interview candidates during our recruitment process; we believe in the value of human connection and evaluating every applicant personally.