Account Manager - Conferences & Events job vacancy - apply online at event-jobs.net
1149/1855
Ref 1149/1855
Account Manager - Conference & Events Perm Petersfield Hants £30K + excellent bens
Account Manager
Hampshire
£30K + bens
Our client is a rapidly expanding company of internationally minded people from an array of professional and cultural backgrounds. Their diversity allows us to respond to the needs of the global marketplace with a sensitivity born of personal experience. Their talented team stretches across borders, based in 17 offices in 12 countries on 3 continents. They have what it takes to service our clients the world over.
They need an experienced and dynamic Account Manager to join one of our professional teams. This important role would suit an experienced Account Executive, who is looking for the next step on the ladder in a highly professional full service agency
JOB OBJECTIVE
Managing the development, production and delivery of projects/events from proposal to debrief and close off in line with client’s requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Delivering events on time within budget to meet/exceed client’s expectations utilising the right resources
Actively setting and communicating priorities whilst ensuring that all participants understand their activities and associated deadlines
Communicating with the client to ensure that they are aware of progress, their contribution and receive the necessary guidance and support to achieve their targets
Communicating within the team and the monitoring and reporting of progress to ensure that deadlines are met through regular meetings and reviews
Maintaining and developing client relationship with a view to retaining existing business and developing new – think long-term
Managing operational and administrative functions as required to ensure the effective delivery of specific event projects
Providing leadership, direction and support to the team whilst maintaining motivation and enthusiasm to successfully deliver the project
Developing and maintaining a detailed work schedule to include the recognition of requirement and co-ordinating with other internal functions and external suppliers
Line management and personal development of direct reports (Event Co-ordinators)
Provision of clear direction to Event Co-ordinators ensuring that they understand their roles and responsibilities and that training needs are identified and provided
Travel on site inspections and accompanying events as required
Provision of clear direction to Event Co-ordinators ensuring that they understand their roles and responsibilities and that training needs are identified and provided
DESCRIPTION OF THE RELATIONSHIPS
Liaise with internal staff at all levels across Company. Liaise with Clients, Suppliers and Trade and professional associations and industry bodies
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Four to five years relevant experience with management responsibilities
Educated to A level or degree or qualified by experience
An understanding of budget implications with regards to VAT, TOMS and ATOL
Awareness of event risk assessment and health and safety implications
Good destination knowledge of UK and overseas
Proven track record in account management of events
Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships
Experience in budget monitoring and management
Interest in current business issues
Full UK driving licence
Fluent in English
SPECIFIC TECHNICAL SKILLS
Computer literate in Microsoft products
Working knowledge of ConfoRM advantageous
If you believe that you can meet these needs and you would like to join our team, please apply on line by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' link above right.
Contact: Anne Wilkinson
Anne Ellington Associates
35 Gloucester Place Mews
London W1U 8BF
Ref: 1149/1855 Tel +44 (0)20 7935 2028
Email anne@jobsinevents.com
Web
Closing Date: ASAP
£30000.00 p/a
Jules Wilkinson
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01945 77 28 28
Hampshire
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