Commercial Events Manager

Locations: Amsterdam (Vessel & The 51) | London (The Idler) | Dublin opening 2026

Press & influencer events, Friday summer parties, incredible company dinners, and cultural happenings…

If this excites you, keep reading.

At The July, we don’t just create events, we craft experiences that connect people, surprise them, and leave a lasting impression. From a vibrant corporate party by the water at Vessel to an intimate dinner in London, each location has its own character, and every guest has their own story. After the successful launches of Vessel, The 51, and The Idler, we are ready to bring our hospitality to Dublin, Lisbon, and the Zuidas in Amsterdam with large-scale event venues. And we want to do it together with you.

The Role

As Commercial Events Manager, you are both a sales-driven force and the connecting link between our clients, the events team, and operations. You effortlessly switch between brainstorming new concepts and welcoming a large corporate client. You manage the entire process, from first contact to execution, with an eye for detail and a deep sense of hospitality. Your organizational skills are impeccable. You think in terms of experience, sense what a client needs, and transform it into unique events that align perfectly with our style and locations. Whether it’s a product launch, a neighborhood gathering, or a large corporate event you make sure everything is flawless.

Your Day

Your morning starts with a strong coffee and a quick check-in with the team. Together, you brainstorm ideas for upcoming events concepts that stand out, with flair and impact.

In the afternoon, you pitch a new event concept to a potential client, seamlessly balancing creativity and commercial insight. Meanwhile, you guide the events team during setup, ensuring everything runs smoothly. By the end of the day, you’re preparing for our new locations.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.

• Proven sales experience in the events industry. You know how to sell a concept, spot opportunities, and generate revenue.

• Experience in launching new locations is a plus.

• A natural connector with both commercial and creative skills.

• Fluent in English and preferably in Dutch, able to navigate effortlessly between clients, partners, and colleagues.

• Flexible mindset and full of energy during events.

• Overflowing with ideas, sees opportunities, and seizes them.

  What’s in it for you?

  In our flat organization, within an informal working atmosphere, your ideas are highly valued:

• Personal Growth: In our company we want to invest in your personal and professional growth by personalized training opportunities, to unleash your professional potential!

• 25 Vacation Days: Take well-deserved breaks with 25 days of vacation time

• Me-Time/Community Day: Enjoy a dedicated day for self-care and another day of community engagement

• OpenUp: An online platform with all sorts of resources to enhance your mental well-being both at work and at home

• Boost your Health with Padel, Personal trainer sessions, Free Gym & sauna access, sport events & workshops – We've got it all covered!

• An attractive bonus scheme yearly determined depends on how well you perform and meet your goals

• Hotel & restaurant perks: Enjoy daily closing drinks, exclusive employee rates for stays at hotels and a Friends & Family Rate, so you can share the joy with your loved ones. Besides our own locations we also offer the "Hotel Employee Rate", where you can explore the world with discount rates for other hotels

• Team drinks, events & outings to (never) forget!

  "Wanna create a warm feeling? Want to build the future of hospitality and apartment living?

  Come and tell us your story!" 

  
  We’re part of The July
  The July is a premium hospitality brand that’s bringing the human touch to the way people travel. We build beautifully designed spaces in different locations around the world. The aim? For guests to completely relax, go on new adventures, and create interesting connections. In short, to stay their way. www.thejuly.com