Sponsorship Employee 60%

About the job

Lucerne Festival is a leading international music organiser and annually offers a festival in summer, two short festivals in spring, and one in autumn. Lucerne Festival is distinguished by innovative programming, the presentation of world-renowned orchestras, conductors and soloists, the integration of contemporary music, and the promotion of young artists.

We would like to fill the following position from 1 February 2027 or by arrangement with a committed and highly organised individual:

Sponsorship Employee 60%

Responsibilities

• Support and further development of existing sponsorship partnerships
• Coordination and assurance of service delivery by Lucerne Festival to sponsors (mentions, pre-emptive ticket rights, advice and support at hospitality events, etc.)
• Contract administration, accounting, acknowledgements, data maintenance and general correspondence as well as other administrative tasks related to partners
• Conceptualisation, planning and organisation of the annual partner event during Lucerne Festival Summer
• Support and further development of the online donation platform
• Planning and editing of newsletters and other communication measures
• General administrative and organisational tasks

Profile

• Completed training in communication, business administration, cultural management or equivalent
• Two to four years of experience in sponsorship, key account management, event organisation, customer service or fundraising
• Independent, structured and quality-conscious working style
• Strong relationship and communication skills as well as a likeable and confident manner in dealing with different stakeholders
• Confident editorial skills, native German speaker as well as very good oral and written English skills
• You are available for all four festivals, especially during the summer festival in August and September. During this intense period, weekend and evening shifts are part of the festival routine

We are looking for a person who works focused even in turbulent times, keeps an overview and is committed to contributing to the festival operation.

We offer you an exciting environment in the world of classical music. Take your chance and send your complete application documents by 13 November 2026.

Lucerne Festival

Stephanie Murray-Robertson

T +41 (0)41 226 44 40

www.lucernefestival.ch