Events & Partnerships Manager Lisboa

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Founded in 2005, Arrow Global Group is a vertically integrated alternative investment fund manager specializing in Credit and Real Estate, operating across eight European countries, with approximately €112 billion in assets under management and over 4, 400 employees. In Portugal, the investments include, among other companies, 100% stakes in Norfin SGOIC and Norfin Serviços (leaders in Portugal in the area of real estate asset management), Whitestar (leader in the management of NPLs – Non Performing Loans), Restart Capital (corporate restructuring), Details – Hospitality, Sports, Leisure (hotel operations), Hefesto (credit securitization), Nexor (affordable housing) and From (commercialization and strategic activation of the Group’s real estate assets).

We are seeking a dynamic Events & Partnerships Manager to design, and execute our events, sponsorships, and activation strategy for the portfolio. This is both a strategic and hands‑on role: you will design the events calendar and partnerships that enhance our destinations, while also being our eyes and hands on the ground in Vilamoura, ensuring flawless delivery.

The role requires a balance of strategic planning, commercial accountability, and operational excellence. From luxury real estate launches to international sports tournaments and cultural events, you will ensure every activation builds brand equity, generates leads, and elevates our destinations and products on a global stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage the event and sponsorship calendar for all destinations & products
• Build and manage partnerships with cultural institutions, lifestyle brands, and tourism boards
• Plan and execute flagship activations (launches, marina/cultural events)
• Act as on‑the‑ground brand ambassador in Vilamoura, coordinating suppliers, logistics, permits, and staffing
• Ensure every event and sponsorship is tied to pipeline generation, working with Digital/CRM on lead capture and follow‑up
• Oversee budgets, negotiate contracts, and track ROI for all events and partnerships
• Provide market intelligence: competitor activity, local opportunities, and consumer trends
• Represent the company at international expos and trade shows, reinforcing our global presence

Role Requirements

• 10+ years in event management, sponsorships, or partnerships, ideally in luxury real estate, hospitality, sports and tourism
• Proven success in designing and executing large‑scale events and activations
• A strong network in the Algarve’s tourism, hospitality, and sports sectors is a plus, not mandatory
• Mindset with the ability to link activations to sales and ROI
• Highly organized, proactive, and resilient; thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; additional languages are a plus
• Flexible to work evenings/weekends as required by events
• Ideally, the candidate should hold a valid driver’s licence

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic organization with impactful projects
• Exposure to cross‑functional teams, strategic initiatives, and development opportunities
• Career growth prospects within a high‑performing team