Head of Event, Sponsoring & Partnership Marketing

Swiss International Air Lines AG - August 8, 2025

Join the SWISS Brand

Bring the SWISS brand to life by leading premium partnerships and unforgettable events that inspire, connect, and elevate. Turn moments into lasting memories and shape the emotional heartbeat of our brand. This is your runway to take off — with creativity, impact, and excellence.

Tasks

Take the lead in shaping SWISS’s brand experience through strategic sponsorships, premium partnerships, and outstanding events. Drive innovation, deliver memorable moments, and guide a high-performing team in bringing our brand to life — across Switzerland and beyond.

  • Lead, inspire, and develop the Sponsoring, Events & Partnership Marketing team, fostering a high-performance and brand-driven culture
  • Define and execute strategies for sponsorships, partnerships, and events in line with business goals and brand vision
  • Manage and expand a portfolio of strategic partnerships that drive customer value and brand positioning
  • Oversee the planning and execution of premium events, hospitality formats, sponsoring platforms, and activations
  • Act as the single point of contact for strategic partners and internal stakeholders across departments and global markets
  • Ensure brand-compliant, target audience-focused implementation of all initiatives
  • Monitor KPIs, provide insights, manage budgets, and lead contract negotiations
  • Drive innovation, storytelling, and new brand experience formats

Your Profile

In this key role, you will shape the emotional and strategic presence of the SWISS brand. Lead a passionate team of professionals, manage premium partnerships, and create unique brand experiences that inspire and connect across events, sponsoring platforms, and beyond.

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field
  • 8–10 years of professional experience, with 3–5 years in leadership roles in partnerships, sponsorships, or event management
  • Proven success in developing strategic partnerships and executing high-impact events for premium or international brands
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills with a talent for aligning diverse stakeholders
  • Strategic mindset paired with hands-on execution, creativity, resilience, flexibility, and strong representation skills
  • Background in a fast-paced, international environment
  • Willingness to travel and work weekends
  • Valid driver's license (B)
  • Fluent in German and English; French, Italian, or other languages are a plus

Details

  • Type of contract: Middle Management
  • Employment level: 80-100%
  • Department: Marketing
  • Workplace: Zurich, Kloten
  • Starting date: December 01, 2025

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Kloten
Country : Switzerland

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