Client Engagement Manager

Founded in 1996, disrupted the status quo of buying and selling cars as the first online vehicle marketplace.

Today, we are Germany's largest vehicle marketplace with around 1.4 million listed cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and e-bikes. Both private customers and more than 40,000 registered vehicle dealers use the platform and benefit from 108 million customer visits per month. As a "one-stop shop", 's offering includes financing and leasing solutions in addition to buying and selling - and we will not stop innovating. If you are driven by an eagerness to learn and a passion for collaboration then we should get to know each other.

is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.

If you feel like you don't meet all of the requirements for this role but are interested, please consider applying anyway. We strongly encourage people from historically excluded groups to apply.

What we offer

Meaningful Work: We are a diverse, international, highly skilled and passionate team committed to a world where people share more and waste less. Every day you will have the opportunity to make a huge difference for our users, customers as well as shape the future.

Embracing AI: We're at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into our operations. Being part of you will work with and learn about AI tools, contributing to projects that leverage AI to enhance efficiency, improve customer experiences, and drive our mission forward. With an AI-first mindset, we foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation, empowering our team to explore and apply AI in meaningful ways for the company and themselves.

Growth and Development: We are a global organisation who truly believes in growing our people. To support this we offer lots of development and training opportunities and provide a budget for our team members.

Connection and Inclusion: Our culture is the glue that holds us together. We believe in making meaningful connections and creating an inclusive atmosphere with lots of opportunities to connect both in your day to day work and through social team activities (online and offline).

Role Purpose

This role of Client Engagement Manager - Sponsoring and Partnerships ensures that is strategically and professionally represented at key external industry events, conferences, and trade gatherings. It combines strategic partnership management, event management, content preparation, and operational execution to create visibility, credibility, and measurable impact within the automotive ecosystem.

A key focus of this role is the management of relationships and collaborations with industry associations, federations, and institutions. These partnerships form the backbone of 's engagement in the trade environment. The role is responsible for identifying, initiating, and executing joint activities — from workshops to joint events — that strengthen 's positioning as a trusted and active industry partner.

At the same time, this person works closely with Sales and cross-functional teams such as PR, Marketing, Business Development and Product  to prepare presentations, speaking content, and messaging for events, ensuring every appearance reflects our strategy and supports our commercial objectives.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role: one that requires a deep understanding of the automotive ecosystem, a structured approach to project management, and a passion for connecting business priorities with industry impact.

1. Industry Event & Sponsorship Management

• Plan, manage, and execute 's participation in key German automotive trade events, including conferences, association gatherings, and award shows.

• Own all sponsorships and external event engagements end to end — from planning and preparation to on-site coordination and post-event evaluation.

2. Content & Presentation Preparation

• Work closely with Sales leadership and subject-matter experts to prepare presentation materials, talking points, and speaking content for external events.

• Ensure all content is strategically aligned, relevant to the audience, and reflects 's positioning in the trade.

• Coordinate with Marketing and Communications on brand consistency and messaging

3. Strategic Partnerships & Industry Relations

• Act as the primary contact for automotive trade associations, federations, and partner institutions.

• Build and maintain long-term, trust-based relationships that support 's role as an engaged and credible industry player.

• Identify opportunities for joint initiatives or collaborations that create mutual value.

4. Planning & Internal Coordination

• Maintain a central calendar of all upcoming trade events, sponsorships, internal events and partnerships, ensuring visibility and internal alignment.

• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing and Leadership to ensure that priorities, speakers, and resources are aligned.

• Brief internal stakeholders ahead of events and ensure they are well-prepared and equipped with relevant insights.

5. Execution & Evaluation

• Manage logistics, materials, branding, and on-site presence to ensure professional representation.

• Gather feedback, measure outcomes, and report on event and partnership impact.
  Continuously identify ways to improve future engagements and increase ROI.

Profile / Skills & Experience

Professional Background

• 5+ years of experience in automotive industry roles, ideally in sales programs, partnerships, events, or trade marketing.

• Deep understanding of the German automotive trade ecosystem — including dealer structures, associations, and market dynamics.

Strategic & Commercial Acumen

• Ability to translate business goals into relevant event strategies and partnership activities.

• Experience preparing or shaping sales presentations, narratives, or panel content for external audiences.

Project Management & Execution

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Hands-on approach with attention to detail and commitment to professional delivery.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders, association leaders, and event organizers.

• Collaborative mindset — able to connect Sales, Marketing, and Leadership around shared objectives.

Languages

Fluent in German (written and spoken)

Working at comes with its perks Enjoy the following benefits:

• Recharge with 28 days of paid time off.

• Stay mobile with a €50 monthly transportation/mobility allowance.

• Keep growing with a development budget and access to coaching.

• Family first - enjoy up to 12 (non-birth parent) or 20 (birth parent) weeks of fully paid parental leave.

• Learn anytime, anywhere with our online and offline library.

• Get rewarded with an attractive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plans.

• Work from anywhere - up to 20 days per year from wherever you feel most productive.

• Prioritize your well-being with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.