At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth and lead a dynamic events team in a hybrid role.
- Company: Join a global leader in premium visual merchandising for luxury retail.
- Benefits: Opportunity for career advancement in a creative and supportive environment.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment process.
- Why this job: Be part of an ambitious company shaping the future of luxury retail experiences.
- Qualifications: Strong background in business development with a network in the events sector.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Hybrid working - An exciting and unique opportunity to join this ambitious company and play a pivotal role in the development of a new offering!
THE COMPANY
This highly regarded company is a global leader in premium visual merchandising solutions and scenic builds for the luxury retail sector. With a passionate and dedicated team, they pride themselves on exceptional quality and flawless delivery. With all design, fabrication and production in-house, they partner with the world's most prestigious brands to bring retail environments to life! Working across a range of projects including pop-ups, in-store installations, luxury window displays and bespoke visual storytelling, they are at an exciting point in their development.
THE ROLE
With ambitious growth plans, they are now looking for a BDM / Head of Events to drive the business forward. A dual role, the first requirement would be to expand their offering and establish new revenue streams within the event agency and end client space, before heading up the team to ensure delivery! A broad role with responsibilities including:
- Identifying, targeting and securing new business opportunities
- Relationship building
- Identifying opportunities for growth
- Leading on client pitches and securing new business
- Collaborating with internal teams to ensure deliverables
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of sector trends, competitor activity, and innovations
- Providing regular reporting and sales forecasting to senior leadership
THE CANDIDATE
Candidates must come with a strong commercial background with proven strengths in business development and demonstrated success in securing and developing high-value clients. Ideally, candidates should have exposure to working within the scenic build or creative services sector or for an event or production agency. Candidates must be able to develop relationships and be confident pitching for and securing business, and come with a strong network within the events sector. In return, you will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level and grow your experience in an established business – this is an opportunity not to be missed!
As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Vacancy ref: LGK14474
Business Development Manager / Head of Events in London employer: Live Recruitment
Live Recruitment is an exceptional employer that champions a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life while managing exciting live event projects. With a strong focus on employee development, we provide ample opportunities for career growth in a supportive and dynamic environment, making it an ideal place for those looking to thrive in the events sector.
