Junior Project Manager (M/W/D)

About the role

American Express Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join the Meetings & Events Germany team. This role supports the delivery of a wide range of event formats, including conferences, meetings, team-building activities, customer events, and incentive trips, both within Germany and internationally. The position is well suited to someone with a background in meeting management and experience from events, travel agencies, exhibition companies, service providers, or hotels.

Amex GBT describes itself as the world’s largest travel management company and emphasizes an inclusive, collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed and colleagues are supported in their development.

Key responsibilities

• Independently research, plan, and coordinate small meetings such as conferences, seminars, and seminar series.
• Obtain quotations and review contracts against standard criteria as well as client compliance or event policies.
• Act as the point of contact for organizers from different client departments.
• Advise on event rules, suitable hotel selection, and room planning for the planned event.
• Coordinate with hotels on meeting equipment, seating arrangements, and catering in consultation with the client.
• Serve as the communication link between the hotel and the client for detailed coordination.
• Carry out supplier research in line with AMEX’s preferred supplier strategy.
• Create a smooth and welcoming customer experience and help ensure positive first impressions throughout the process.

What the employer offers

The position is full-time and permanent. The company offers a global working environment with international top brands, a strong team culture, flat hierarchies, and a supportive atmosphere. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, work independently, and continue developing through regular feedback and training opportunities.

Additional benefits mentioned include home office, employee savings-related benefits, a retirement savings plan, 30 days of paid vacation per year, internal and international company events, and celebratory team events when milestones are reached. Amex GBT also offers country-specific flexible benefits, travel discounts, access to more than 20,000 learning courses, leadership development options, and inclusion-focused employee groups.

What we are looking for

• A completed commercial vocational qualification.
• Confident manner, strong negotiation ability, resilience, and composure under pressure.
• Business understanding and solid time management skills.
• A proactive approach and ability to plan ahead in project management.
• Comfort working with modern software solutions, including event management tools.
• Strong command of MS Office applications.
• Good English skills.
• Native-level German and excellent verbal expression in German.
• Previous knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry is an advantage, but not required.
• A sense of humor in all project situations.

Additional information

The role should be filled as soon as possible. The company states that the team is looking for someone to work from home; however, the job is located in Germany and is listed as an onsite position in the source information. Applicants are asked to include their earliest possible starting date and salary expectations in their application.

Amex GBT follows equal employment principles and considers all applicants fairly regardless of protected characteristics. The company also notes that it can provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process. It invites candidates who do not meet every single requirement to apply if they feel they would be a strong fit for the team.

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Company culture: Work is described as collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, with an emphasis on employee voice, development, and making a positive impact through travel.