Italian Speaker – Venue Finder / Business Developer

Overview

Kactus is looking for a Venue Finder Intern to join the team! Working closely with the Sales and Event teams, you will take part in researching, negotiating, and selecting the most suitable venues and suppliers to meet our clients’ specific needs, in France and internationally. Your mission is to quickly identify the best options, build tailored proposals, and ensure a smooth, responsive, and inspiring client experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Hidden Gems Hunter – Identify and source with agility the most exclusive venues and suppliers in France and abroad (hotels, rooftops, unique venues, team-building activities).
• High-Level Negotiator – Responsible for your clients’ budgets and profitability. Challenge partners and negotiate firmly to secure the best commercial and contractual terms.
• Convince & Engage – Present your selections enthusiastically to your project manager and turn their needs into outstanding, tailor-made proposals.
• Project Coordination – Ensure rigorous and responsive follow-up to guarantee a seamless client experience, from the first call to contract signing.

What We Offer

• A Benefiz card credited with €12.50 per working day, to use freely (restaurants, sports, wellness, culture, etc.).
• 50 % reimbursement of the Navigo travel pass / support for sustainable mobility.
• Up to 2 days of remote work per week.
• The opportunity to take part in educational site visits (half-day or evening experiences to discover Kactus partner venues with event experts).
• A competitive compensation.

Work Environment

• A strong and experienced team with a real culture of knowledge sharing.
• A structured onboarding process, regular training, and valued autonomy.
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a human-sized company.
• Bright offices in the heart of Paris, with a strong team spirit.
• Fresh fruit baskets.
• 2 team off-sites per year.
• 2 major team parties (summer & "Christmas").
• 1 monthly after-work drink at the office.
• Rituals that bring our values to life: kindness, transparency, and performance.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a degree in Business, Hospitality, or Event Management (4th or 5th year), you want to develop your sourcing and negotiation skills in a dynamic and stimulating environment.

Full fluency in both French and Italian is mandatory. You will work daily with French and Italian-speaking partners and must be fully comfortable negotiating and communicating in both languages.

This role is for you if:

• You are bilingual French/Italian: You can confidently handle negotiations, calls, and written communication with partners in France and Italy.
• You have a "student association" mindset: You have experience in student organizations or an initial experience in events or sales; you know what it means to organize, bring people together, and find solutions when things get stuck.
• The phone is your best friend: You are impactful verbally, build rapport easily, and don’t give up until you reach a concrete outcome.
• You’re a negotiation "Sherlock": Curious and sharp, you know how to uncover great deals where others don’t look.
• Structured yet agile: You can manage multiple projects at the same time without losing track — organization is your superpower.
• International mindset: You are comfortable negotiating seminars and events in Italy.

Interview Process

• First call with Talent Acquisition (15 minutes).
• Skills interview + business case (1 h 30).
• Team fit interview (discussion with the team to assess mutual fit).
• Welcome to Kactus!