Are you a positive and proactive individual with a passion for the events industry?
Do you thrive in both individual and team settings?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a thriving Events business and propel the company forward with every project you work on.
£40k PA + 20% commission
Work Hours and Benefits
Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm. Please note this role requires some travel which may incorporate an earlier start or a later finish.
Can be fully remote or hybrid. Offices based in Leeds, Swindon and London
25 days of holiday
Company laptop
Company mobile phone
Annual financial target bonus
Long Service recognition scheme
Monthly and annual employee recognition
Flexible holiday scheme
Death in service life insurance
Access to travel industry hotel rates
As an Events Business Development Manager, you will work closely with the team to ensure the success of events.
Your main responsibility will be working alongside the Events Director to manage all new enquiries, meeting clients to discuss their event requirements, and maintaining communication throughout the event process.
To excel in this role, you must have a proven track record in a similar position, demonstrating your ability to handle event coordination with efficiency and professionalism.
You will actively contribute to our weekly team meetings, offering advice and sharing your expertise with the team.
In addition to working with our existing clients, you will use your networking skills to secure new client meetings and briefs each month, based on financial forecast.
You will maintain and nurture relationships with local council representatives, bids, and other relevant stakeholders. Attending relevant events and staying updated on current industry insights will also be part of your role.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage all new enquiries in collaboration with the Events Director
Meet clients quarterly to discuss current and future event requirements
Maintain regular communication with clients throughout the event process, ending with a debrief
Update and develop business contacts to expand the network
Proactively secure new briefs and leads based on financial forecast
Connect with personal and professional contacts to progress the business
Develop high-quality proposals to commercialise existing concepts
Pitch concepts to heads of Commercialisation, Events, and Marketing
Brainstorm concepts and build client proposals
Manage budgets and quotes effectively
Use and create systems to improve efficiency
Requirements:
Proven track record in a similar role
Positive and proactive attitude
Ability to work both individually and as part of a small team
Passion for the events industry and desire to progress
Excellent communication and networking skills
Strong organizational and time management abilities
Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
Knowledge of current events and industry insights
If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you and taking the events industry to new heights