Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 74'400 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 75'342 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 81'972 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 88'400 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 95'000 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 88'725 |
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Swiss professionsBusiness, Administration & Tourism
Eventmanager/in
You plan and lead professional events from the initial idea to the final execution.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Eventmanager/in organise and coordinate events. You manage budgets, partners, and ensure smooth on-site operations.
You design professional events that leave a lasting impression. Whether sports events, corporate gatherings, or product presentations: Eventmanager/in handle the entire planning process. You define goals together with clients, coordinate external partners, monitor budgets, and ensure smooth operations on the day of the event. Your work combines creative concepts with precise logistics and strong client value. You work closely with marketing, sales, and management to achieve the desired outcomes.
FieldBusiness, Administration & Tourism
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryAdministration, Business & Management
Swissdoc 0.612.19.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Exact salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Event Manager. Based on 956 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 80'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 78'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 83'600 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 81'188 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Solothurn | CHF 94'941 | 12 |
| Zug | CHF 90'376 | 13 |
| Aargau | CHF 87'000 | 32 |
| Geneva | CHF 85'000 | 52 |
| Vaud | CHF 85'000 | 79 |
| Zurich | CHF 84'850 | 240 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Technology | CHF 97'100 | 24 |
| Insurance | CHF 96'300 | 20 |
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 95'441 | 46 |
| Machine / System construction | CHF 93'000 | 5 |
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 92'725 | 24 |
| Utilities | CHF 91'084 | 11 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Zertifikat/Diplom der Ausbildungsinstitution oder CAS einer Fachhochschule
Official education path
The main route is a part-time CAS or diploma programme at an FH.
Typical training path
Zertifikat/Diplom der Ausbildungsinstitution oder CAS einer Fachhochschule
Prerequisites
- Completion of a vocational basic education of at least 3 years, e.g. as Kaufmann/-frau EFZ or equivalent
- Degree from a university or higher vocational school
- Professional experience in event management
Requirements
- Organisational skills
- Business administration knowledge
- Communication skills
- Written and spoken language proficiency
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Assertiveness
- Willingness to take risks
Where this can lead
Career changers can enter with a completed vocational basic education or professional exam in marketing or hospitality.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Budget awareness
- Stress resistance
- Assertiveness
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
On the day of the event, you are at the centre of the action. You coordinate the final steps on site. While the technical setup runs, you quickly clarify open questions with suppliers and guests.
- You define the content, location, and infrastructure of the event together with clients.
- You work with marketing experts to draft a detailed overview concept for the target audience.
- You research the site's topography and check the logistical conditions.
- You negotiate contracts with catering companies and clarify legal questions regarding event regulations.
- You organise the setup of event tents and sanitary facilities on site.
- You monitor compliance with all safety regulations during the preparation phase.
- You ensure smooth operations on the day of the event and act as the main contact person.
- You secure sponsors and strictly monitor expenses within the budget.
- You write advertisements and social media posts for public relations.
Working conditions
You work in event agencies, large corporations, tourism organisations, or political parties. Depending on the assignment, you switch between the office, event venues, and external locations.
Where to learn
- Expo-Event.Live Communication Verband SchweizKapellenstr. 14, 3001 Bern
- Adressen und Kontakte zu den verschiedenen Ausbildungsinstitutionen unter www.berufsberatung.ch > Aus- und Weiterbildungen8000 Zürich
Strengths
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Budget awareness
- Stress resistance
- Assertiveness
Trade-offs
- Irregular hours
- High time pressure
- Physical strain
- Responsibility pressure
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