About Us
Perk (formerly TravelPerk) is the intelligent platform for travel and spend management. Built to tackle the time-consuming, manual work that gets in the way of real work, our tools automate everything from travel bookings to expenses, invoice processing, and more. By eliminating this shadow work that wastes hours, erodes morale, and saps innovation, we’re on a mission to power real work, with real impact.
We’re trusted by more than 10,000 companies worldwide, including Wise, On Running, Breitling, and Fabletics, and we’re tackling the 7 hours of lost productivity per employee each week, a $1.7 trillion problem.
Founded in 2015, Perk has grown into a global company of more than 1,800 people across 12 offices globally, with headquarters in London and Boston. We combine innovation, control, and simplicity to transform how businesses work and how people feel at work.
At Perk, we’re driven by our values, like being an owner, delivering a 7-star experience, and working as one team. We value curiosity, purpose, and mindset, not just knowledge, to unlock the power in your potential. Our talent team brings together leading minds from the travel and SaaS industries, representing over 70 countries. If you’re excited about having a real impact and shaping how millions of people experience work, we’d love you on the team.
Visit www.perk.com to learn more.
Just as you have contributed to the growth of Perk in your current role, we want to give you the opportunity to continue learning, developing & growing on your Perk journey
We have an exciting internal opportunity as a Senior Event Specialist within our People Team!
In this role you will be an instrumental part of the team who owns anything that has to do with company and team events: budget, process, planning, communications, execution, tracking data, feedback, etc. An event for us is anything that gets our teams together: from a team lunch to a 2-day-long company offsite or a meeting between our colleagues in the London hub. Organizing some of these will just require you to set up an easy process so that teams can book on their own, while some other events will require a very active involvement in planning and executing.
We’re looking for someone who has a strong experience and skills to manage the current challenges, but who is also looking to grow, experiment and challenge our approach towards getting together.
As a Senior Event Specialist, you would:
Think strategically: act quickly for events that come up from nowhere, but also think in the long-term and plan the events for the whole year.
Manage events in different locations (in any of our hubs), remote events or hybrid events.
Lead development, brainstorming, design, event creation, and communications for all-employee gatherings.
Design and implement methods to transform the remote/hybrid experience of company events.
Manage all aspects of event execution from proposal to delivery:
handling budgeting and invoicing, liaising and negotiating with vendors, handling logistics
sharing updates with management
managing communication
leading or helping with the content of the event
aftercare (answering questions and comments)
attending the events when necessary
developing event feedback surveys
sourcing and negotiating with vendors and suppliers
coordinating all operations, supervising staff (event coordinators, caterers, etc.) if we have them
ensuring the event is completed smoothly and resolving any problems that might occur,
analysing the event’s success and preparing reports.
To apply, you must have:
3+ years in events management for a >400 employees company (tech or startup company is a plus).
Strong English communication skills (written and verbal). Basic Spanish (written and verbal).
Be a team player. We're not joking here. We need top class collaborators.
Be humble: you’re ok with the spotlight, but you don’t crave it. You know what you don’t know and you’re willing to learn.
Extreme ownership + getting things done attitude:
Exceptional organisational abilities, superb interpersonal skills, multi-tasking and prioritisation skills, attention to detail and excellent time-management.
Proactive approach and able to work under pressure. Look for problems to solve before they become problems. But when they become problems, stay cool and solve them quickly.
Extremely hands-on: you don't mind solving small problems or big problems. From high-level planning to detailed execution.
Project Management skills:
Define, Plan and Oversee projects so that they are delivered faster than anyone would think possible.
Constantly update the relevant people.
Get your hands dirty and build.
Lead and rally people to Community initiatives.
Stakeholder management: people come to you because you make their lives easier and solve problems for them. However, you are able to say NO when necessary, even if it means not pleasing everyone. We have a very special way of doing things in the Community team at Perk. We build with the members of our Community, not for them.
Advise managers and manage expectations.
Build a strong internal network.
You will help managers structure their budget to make sure they cover all the needs throughout the year without overspending.
Never a blocker or bottleneck: you will empower them to autonomously lead and take ownership of their “get togethers” with your support.
Adaptability and flexibility: with our fast-paced environment change comes all the time. This role will evolve with time and as the company scales, different needs will emerge. You must possess a genuine hunger to navigate your role in a fast-changing, hyper-growth environment.
You feel comfortable constantly being challenged, learning fast, making things happen, and moving from one project to the next one.
On top of traditional event management, we are looking for:
Culture focus: Always have Perk’s culture in mind when doing everything you do. As part of the Community team you will live and breathe our values and always put these first.
Innovative thinking. Constantly search for new ways to make an impact through events and get togethers.
Ability to increase the engagement strategy, creative approach, planning, and execution for the largest events.
Ability to identify opportunities to improve the Perkers experience, providing strategic guidance for new programs, events, and other experiences.
Strong data approach: evaluate and measure event success in new ways and leverage those learnings in the development of our strategy.
Continuous improvement as a part of your DNA. The bar is high but you always aim to set it higher. You keep abreast of news and updates to keep yourself informed and the company to the highest standards.
Feedback driven: You seek feedback early and often and are open to constructive and direct criticism.
Someone who is ready to roll-up your sleeves and work hard.
And of course, having fun doing what you do!
Just to let you know
This role is only open in Barcelona
Interview Process:
Apply
Conversation with Silvia Brunicardi from the Talent Team
Hiring Manager conversation with Vicenç Alcalde
Assessment Interview with Vicenç Alcalde and Miriam Pereo del Sol
Final Interview with the rest of the Get Together team
Cultural fit interview with a PLT member
Final Decision
How to apply:
Apply directly through the Ashby Internal Job Board
Answer all questions asked as part of the application process
It is mandatory to submit a cover letter explaining why you are motivated for this role
FAQs
Who do I speak to about this role?
Slack or email Silvia Brunicardi or Vicenç Alcalde
Am I guaranteed to be interviewed?
From your first conversation with Silvia we will establish if you are a fit for the role and let you know if you will be formally interviewed
Will I receive feedback if I am not successful?
Yes we are committed to helping you grow at Perk we guarantee you will receive feedback within 1 week of each interview stage and if you are not successful you will receive material to help you grow in this area you have shown interest in
Deadline to apply: Tuesday 2nd of December EoD
How We Work
At Perk, we take an IRL-first approach to work, where our team works together in-person 3 days a week. As such, this role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our hubs. We fundamentally believe in the value of meeting in real life to improve connectivity, productivity, creativity and ultimately making us a great place to work.
For certain roles, we can help with relocation from anywhere in the world, English is the official language at the office. Please submit your resume in English if you choose to apply. Do not forget to submit an updated portfolio and/or resume.
Perk is a global company with a diverse customer base, and we want to make sure the people behind our product reflect that. We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means you’re welcome at Perk regardless of how you look, where you’re from, or anything else that makes you, well, you.
Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams
All official communication from Perk will always come from email addresses ending in @perk.com or @externalperk.com, our verified social media channels, or recruiters listed on our official LinkedIn page. We will never ask you to pay for equipment, training, or fees, request sensitive personal information such as bank details early in the process, or communicate through unofficial apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal. If you receive a message claiming to be from Perk that seems suspicious, please do not respond. Forward it to [email protected], and we will confirm whether it is legitimate.
Perk Edinburgh, Scotland Office
Perk Edinburgh Office
3rd Floor, Nova House, 3 Ponton St, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 9QQ
