Community & Events Associate, Lisbon

Le Wagon is a global leader in immersive tech training. Our mission is to train people from all backgrounds in coding, data and product skills, give them the best learning experience of their life, and help them accelerate in their career. We also help companies become more data-driven by leveraging their data and unlocking their employees’ potential through corporate training.

Founded in Paris in 2013, Le Wagon now has campuses in +40 cities across 25 countries, including global tech hubs such as Berlin, London, Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, and São Paulo. Most importantly, Le Wagon is a community of 29,000+ graduates from all walks of life, including career changers, digital nomads and many entrepreneurs - who've created 220+ tech startups and raised $1B+ and counting!

Join Our Team in Lisbon as Community & Events Associate!

Ready to make a real impact in Lisbon's tech scene? We're on the lookout for a dynamic Community & Events Associate to join our vibrant team and help us grow our unique brand and student community.

Working closely with the Country Manager, with the support of the Regional Marketing team, you will play a key role in activating the local Le Wagon community - including students, alumni, leads, and partners - while creating a welcoming learning atmosphere at our campus, by supporting daily local operations, impactful event planning and execution and cultivating critical partnerships💡 This is an early career role with the ideal candidate having less than 2 years of work experience.

💼 Your Mission is in 3 areas:

Engage Our Community:

• Support daily operations, from campus setup to student care and motivation.
• Plan and host community events, tech talks, and career sessions.
• Connect with alumni for tailored events and engaging communication.

Market Our Brand:

• Organize and promote marketing events to showcase Le Wagon and attract leads.
• Coordinate with sales teams for effective event follow-up and conversion.
• Source and manage speakers, ensuring professional and impactful sessions.

Forge Partnerships:

• Engage with local tech communities to showcase Le Wagon's value.
• Identify and nurture potential partnerships through targeted outreach.
• Spearhead new events and initiatives tailored to our city's tech needs.

👋 About You:

• Based in Lisbon with a passion for the city's tech scene.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese with strong communication skills.
• 0-2 years of experience in event marketing or community management.
• Outgoing, empathetic, and sociable with a knack for networking.
• Proven track record in organizing marketing events and workshops.
• Can juggle day-to-day tasks with special projects and initiatives.
• Dedicated to building, growing, and activating vibrant communities.
• Passionate about technology and lifelong learning.

📈 Key Performance Indicators

• Attendance Rate at Events
• Satisfaction Surveys
• Number of Marketing Events Organized and Executed
• Number of New Partnerships Established
• Performance of Partnership Events
• Alumni Engagement Rate
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives

🔭 Benefits & Perks

• Join a fast-growing global company with a truly international mindset
• Freedom to create your work schedule based on your daily responsibilities
• Learn about tech every day and learn in one of the industries of the future: EdTech
• Have fun on our international team retreats with Southern Europe and Global colleagues!

Application process

• Online application ✅
• Screening Call with Mia, Global Talent Acquisition Manager 👋
• Interview: Case study & debrief with hiring manager🗣
• Meet the team onsite at Le Wagon Portugal 🤝