New Events Specialist position!
We're looking for a superbly organised Event Specialist to join a growing events division for a successful business travel company.
This role is 5 days based in the office in West London within a thriving team of travel professionals. Your dedication to your work will be rewarded with a generous salary and lucrative bonus scheme!
This company has long established corporate clients and are currently booking their business travel arrangements. They're getting more and more enquiries for events and conferences in the UK, Europe and Worldwide so are looking to expand their division by adding a new Events Specialist to handle these specific enquiries.
The successful individual will have previous worldwide corporate events experience, be happy to grow and develop clients within.
This is a role you can mould and make your own with your own passion, drive, experience and professionalism.
WHAT DOES THE ROLE LOOK LIKE?
- The position of Event Specialist is going to be a busy one! You'll be adept at handling numerous projects at the same time for medium- large sized groups who are travelling for conferences and events worldwide.
- You'll be introducing existing clients of the business to the MICE service - collaborating with the business travel team to put together itineraries that include transport, accomodation and event space.
- Venue sourcing to find that perfect location and space for each client.
- Managing (and sticking to!) budgets.
- Your excellent people skills will really come in to play as you negotiate with suppliers, handle your clients requests with expertise, manage expectations and ensure everyone adheres to deadlines.
WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE OF YOURS ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- A proven track record of delivering Events in the UK and Overseas by working for a TMC.
- The ability to forge and maintain client and supplier relationships quickly and effectively
- A positive outlook on the future of Events and Travel
- Creativity and confidence in making suggestions to your clients
- Experience in handling large events, meetings and conferences effectively and with precision!
- This is a full time office based role based in West London.
Please do send your CV if you'd like to be considered for the role, a full job spec and salary discussion will be available at your first call with us.