--- title: 'Account Executive (m/f/d) - French Speaking at vivenu GmbH' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/account-executive-m-f-d-french-speaking-vivenu-gmbh-zurich-srmszz4c6620' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Account Executive (m/f/d) - French Speaking at vivenu GmbH - **Company:** vivenu GmbH - **Location:** Zurich, Switzerland - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-09-02 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/vivenu/a76c9a56-6070-48b9-a65c-ca02081d559e ## Job description Redefine the future of live entertainment tech Welcome to vivenu, the global leader in event ticketing tech and one of the world’s fastest-growing live entertainment tech firms. We are transforming event ticketing for global leaders like the Grammys, the Golden Globes, Stanford University and the Hockenheimring turning what was once a simple transaction into a strategic business advantage. Backed by over $65 million in funding, our platform empowers event organizers to own their brand experience, unlock deep data insights, and seamlessly integrate ticketing into their digital infrastructure. With six offices worldwide and growing, we deliver a customizable, intuitive solution and industry-leading support that simplify even the most complex ticketing challenges – helping organizers deliver exceptional experiences and drive real growth. Join us and build the future of live entertainment. Vos missions chez vivenu : - Développer la croissance du marché : Vous mettez en œuvre des plans commerciaux ambitieux en étroite collaboration avec la direction et développez proactivement l'acquisition de nouveaux clients sur le marché de la Suisse romande. - Prospection & ciblage de comptes clés : Vous identifiez, contactez et signez des comptes Enterprise stratégiques issus de divers secteurs (notamment le sport, la culture, les salons/foires, l'entertainment et les grands événements). - Identification des besoins & vente de solutions : Vous analysez les enjeux spécifiques des prospects et élaborez des stratégies sur mesure apportant une réelle valeur ajoutée, une scalabilité opérationnelle et la pleine maîtrise de leurs données. - Gestion complète du cycle de vente (End-to-End) : Vous pilotez en toute autonomie l'ensemble du cycle de vente, du premier contact jusqu'à la signature, et modérez des processus de décision complexes auprès de multiples parties prenantes (jusqu'au C-Level). - Négociation contractuelle & partenariats : Vous menez à bien des négociations contractuelles exigeantes et construisez des partenariats durables sur le long terme. - Interface interne : En tant que lien entre les équipes CX (Customer Experience), Développement et Juridique, vous garantissez des workflows fluidifiés et contribuez activement à l'optimisation continue de nos processus. - Veille stratégique & représentation : Vous suivez de près les évolutions du marché ainsi que la concurrence, et intervenez comme un speaker convaincant lors d'événements professionnels pour positionner vivenu comme la plateforme technologique de référence. Ce dont vous avez besoin pour réussir dans ce rôle : - Formation : Diplôme universitaire (Master/Bachelor en Gestion d'entreprise, Informatique de gestion, Management du sport/événementiel ou formation équivalente) avec une forte culture business. - Expérience professionnelle : Au moins 5 à 7 ans d'expérience réussie dans la vente B2B de solutions Enterprise complexes (idéalement SaaS / Logiciel) ou dans la vente de plateformes technologiques nécessitant une approche consultative. - ADN Startup & Mentalité Hands-on : Un esprit d'initiative marqué, une vraie fibre entrepreneuriale et la capacité à ouvrir de nouvelles voies dans un environnement dynamique à forte croissance (« building the plane while flying it »). - Conseil & Storytelling : Expérience en transformation digitale et capacité à intervenir comme un speaker inspirant, capable de captiver des interlocuteurs à tous les niveaux hiérarchiques autour de notre vision. - Vente consultative : Une approche commerciale structurée et orientée conseil, combinée à la ténacité et au closing nécessaires dans un environnement B2B basé sur la relation humaine. - Compétences linguistiques : Maîtrise parfaite du français (pour couvrir la Suisse romande) et un anglais courant/professionnel. Des connaissances en allemand sont un avantage pour la communication interne et le marché suisse global. Why join vivenu? Live Entertainment Tech Play a mission-critical role for global brands, redefining fan experiences from festivals to major sports events. Here, you’re part of the business of fun — powered by cutting-edge technology that brings moments to life for millions. Sustainable Growth We scale sustainably on a profitable, VC-backed foundation with true product-market fit. This means continuous investment in our people, products, and long-term vision. Top-tier Team Collaborate with over 160 dedicated professionals, including leaders from Google, Slack, and Salesforce. Together, we’re shaping the future of live entertainment technology, one decision at a time. Global DNA We’re a diverse, merit-driven team spread across six global offices. Talent and impact are what matter here — not hierarchy or background. Fast Growing, in All Aspects Sifted consistently ranks us among the fastest-growing scale-ups in Europe. We’re driven by daily learning, shared wins, and collective growth. Next-Gen Leaders & Insights Work alongside some of tech’s brightest minds — from Forbes 30 Under 30 founders to Executive of the Year award winners. At vivenu, you’ll help set the standard for the ticketing industry’s future. vivenu Inclusion Statement At vivenu, we believe our people define our success – and that we win with bold, diverse minds. The strongest teams are built on different perspectives, experiences, and voices. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels empowered to contribute, grow, and thrive to shape the future of live entertainment globally. Check out our mission statement and corporate values here. ## About vivenu GmbH ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: vivenu builds an API-first, white-label ticketing platform for live events, powering sports, culture, festivals, conferences, and universities while giving organizers full control over their brand, data, and fan relationships. - **Entity Type**: Private (VC-backed scale-up, last known funding round: Series B) - **Headquarters**: Düsseldorf, Germany (global HQ); additional offices in Frankfurt, New York City, Paris, and Tampa - **Founded**: 2018 - **Founders**: Three co-founders, recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and named Executive of the Year (per the company's career page; names not detailed in verified public sources) ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Live-event ticketing technology (SaaS / API platform) - **Target customers**: B2B — sports franchises, performing arts venues, festivals, universities, conference and cultural organizers; also serves tech leaders needing headless ticketing solutions - **Mission**: To modernize the ticketing industry by providing the most flexible, open, and data-driven platform — one that lets organizers treat ticketing as a core revenue engine rather than a closed, restrictive system ## Products & Services - **vivenu Platform**: White-label, fully customizable ticketing solution covering reserved seating, general admission, end-to-end checkout, and on-site payment terminals. Adapts to real-time workflows and keeps the organizer's brand front and center. - **Headless Ticketing API & SDKs**: API-first architecture that lets developers integrate ticketing into any tool or build custom apps "with just a few lines of code" — the most flexible tier for tech-savvy organizers. - **Analytics & Data Insights**: Real-time visitor behavior tracking and yield optimization, with reports of up to 23% online revenue increases. - **Ecosystem Integrations**: Open integrations with CRMs, marketing clouds, analytics tools, and shop systems, enabling organizers to extend their stack without being locked into a closed vendor. - **Dedicated Expert Support**: Designated support teams, digital consultants, and active customer communities bundled with platform adoption. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: $65.9M total funding (3 prior rounds; most recent round: $49.2M Series B led by Activant Capital and Hedosophia, announced November 2021). LinkedIn's third-party estimate lists annual revenue at ~$2.4M, though this is likely understated for a company of this scale. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Balderton Capital (Series A lead), Activant Capital (Series B lead), Hedosophia (Series B), redalpine (Seed lead) - **Growth Signals**: - 1,000+ organizations powered across 50+ countries - 170+ employees (per company site); LinkedIn data estimates 158 employees, +25.5% YoY headcount growth - 800+ platform upgrades shipped in a single year during earlier scaling phase - Expanded from a small Frankfurt office to six global offices across Europe and the US (including New York, Paris, Tampa) - Named among the fastest-growing scale-ups across all categories by Sifted - Marquee clients include FC Schalke 04, the Grammy Awards, and Stanford University ## Competitive Advantages - **API-first, white-label architecture**: Unlike legacy ticketing incumbents, vivenu lets organizers fully own their brand and user experience instead of forcing them into a white-labeled "storefront" that still belongs to the vendor. - **Data ownership and open ecosystem**: Organizers keep their data and can plug in their preferred CRM, marketing cloud, and analytics stack — positioning vivenu as the "backbone" rather than the bottleneck of the stack. - **Vertical breadth**: One platform serves sports, performing arts, festivals, conferences, and universities, creating diverse revenue streams across event categories. - **Scale and reliability engineering**: Platform built for security, scale, and resilience across global markets, an essential requirement for enterprise live-event clients. - **Strong corporate client base**: References like Schalke 04, the Grammys, and Stanford provide enterprise credibility and social proof. ## Strategic Focus - **Continuous product investment**: The company commits its funding to technology development and platform evolution, shipping regular upgrades and expanding API/SDK capabilities. - **Geographic expansion**: Strategic build-out of US operations (New York and Tampa offices) alongside European growth, with plans to deepen footprint across new markets and verticals. - **Data-driven future**: Emphasis on clean, real-time data and analytics to help organizers optimize yield, understand audiences, and prepare for an AI-driven era of live entertainment. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven impact**: Employees directly shape ticketing and fan experiences for global brands; the company highlights that work impacts "hundreds of clients and thousands of fans daily" and that millions of attendees will have lasting memories because of what the team builds. - **Strong culture scores (from employee reviews, 23 reviews)**: 4.1/5 overall; career growth rated 4.2/5, culture 3.8/5, compensation 3.6/5, and work-life balance 3.4/5 — indicating a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where career development is a standout. - **Leadership pedigree**: Team guided by leaders from Google, Slack, and Salesforce; founders recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and named Executive of the Year. - **Scale-up energy with financial stability**: Described as "scaling sustainably on a profitable, VC-backed foundation with true product-market fit," combining startup agility with long-term vision. - **Flexible work model**: Remote Germany options available; six global offices across Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, New York, Paris, Tampa, and more foster a diverse, merit-driven, cross-border culture. - **Learning culture**: "Daily learning and collective growth" is cited as a core ethos, reinforced by constant product iteration and a Sifted ranking among the fastest-growing scale-ups. - **Active hiring**: Open roles span Sales, Customer Success, Marketing, and Product & Development, including senior security engineering and enterprise account executive positions — a signal of continued investment across functions. ## Sources 1. [vivenu.com](https://vivenu.com/about) 2. [vivenu.com](https://vivenu.com/careers) 3. [lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/vivenu) 4. [vivenu.com](https://vivenu.com/) 5. 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