Venue Consultant in Manchester

Your purpose here at DRPG is to create a client experience like no other, knowing those who encounter the work we produce will find it unforgettable for all the right reasons.

You’re an organisational superstar, applying that incredible knack to ensure that you get the perfect venue for each and every project. You know what to do from the get-go, you’re not only a confidence connoisseur but a master job juggler, and always have your logic cap on to add to that stylish excellence of yours. You’re a whizz at ensuring compliance across every element, with meticulous attention to detail. Our philosophy here at DRPG is ‘anything’s possible’, so you will need to be onboard with this, going above and beyond.

How you make it all possible…

• Going above and beyond to find suitable, relevant and imaginative venues throughout the UK and worldwide.
• Acting as a consultant to the wider team; challenging the venue brief to ensure it is specific and will bring in the best venue for the project.
• Focusing on providing solutions to challenges, including suggestions for approaching things differently that may create more opportunities.
• Keeping updated on venue and product knowledge through attending supplier meetings, FAM trips, visiting venues, related exhibitions and reading industry news.
• Negotiating with suppliers to achieve the very best rates and added value deals.
• Preparing venue and product proposals including recommendations for use and most suited options together with a rationale.
• Producing accurate cost tables and comprehensive venues tried lists (VTL) for each search.
• Attending proposal meetings with the PM/AD and consult on proposals.
• Acting as a supplier liaison and championing providing unrivalled support.
• Keeping our venue databases and previous history information up to date.
• Ensuring the best Ts&Cs are agreed for our clients via contract negotiation and management.
• Efficiently chasing suppliers for information to ensure the project timelines are always met.
• Regularly attending live projects to keep your knowledge fresh of how the venues are used.
• Carrying out any reasonable request by the department Director and Manager.
• Reporting to Clients/Project Managers/Directors as required.

What’s in your toolbox…

• Minimum of one year experience of International and UK venue sourcing.
• Proven experience within an agency-based environment.
• Excellent rapport building, active listening and communication skills - all backed up and supported by proven relationships.
• A cracking ability to produce show-stopping client proposals and manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent venue knowledge, both in the UK and Worldwide.
• Impressive knowledge of event organising and operations, as well as hotel operations.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proven experience of financial and contract management.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Experience of working in fast-moving and client-focused businesses.

The majority of the account team are based primarily in Hartlebury, but this role could work from our other offices across London and the UK. There will be times when you’ll need to work from our other offices and undertake other related commercial duties both in the UK. Flexibility is key!

DRPG is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role, we would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.