Venue Sourcing Manager

Venue Sourcing Account Manager

Midlands, Hybrid

Are you a seasoned Venue Sourcing guru with agency experience and a love for events? Ready to steer your career forward in a vibrant team? If you\’re a natural at building client relationships and finding the perfect venues, buckle up – this opportunity in Broome is for you!

What’s Different About This Role?

This isn\’t just another venue sourcing gig. You\’ll be a key player in a growing team, taking ownership of client relationships and driving exceptional service from initial brief to event success. Your expertise in both UK and international venues will be highly valued, and you\’ll have the chance to mentor and lead a Venue Sourcing Executive. Plus, you\’ll enjoy the autonomy of managing your workload while working on a diverse range of exciting projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience: At least 3 years immersed in the world of venue finding, ideally gained within an event or creative agency.
• System Savvy: Hands-on experience with venue finding systems like The Hive and BookIt.
• Communication Ace: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, enabling you to connect effortlessly with clients and venues at all levels.
• Negotiation Ninja: Proven ability to negotiate favourable terms and manage financial targets effectively.
• Detail Detective: A meticulous eye for detail and the capacity to juggle multiple projects without dropping the ball.
• Tech-Friendly: Strong proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Organisation Guru: Superb organisational and time management skills, allowing you to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Self-Starter: A proactive and autonomous approach, with the flexibility to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Driving Force: A full driving licence and your own vehicle are essential due to our location.

What You’ll Do:

• Master the Brief: Dive deep into client requirements, actively listening to craft bespoke venue and destination proposals.
• Venue Visionary: Research and pinpoint the ideal venues that perfectly align with each client\’s brand and event objectives.
• Financial Strategist: Maximise opportunities by skillfully negotiating commission terms with venues, contributing to financial targets and delivering cost-effective solutions.
• Proposal Powerhouse: Develop compelling, accurate, and detailed proposals within agreed timelines, ensuring they are both client-friendly and comprehensive.
• Relationship Rockstar: Cultivate strong, lasting client relationships through site visits, account planning, and serving as their trusted point of contact.
• Pitch Perfect Support: Contribute to the pitch process with insightful venue selections and presentation support.
• Client Champion: Nurture existing relationships and forge new ones with your exceptional interpersonal skills, consistently exceeding client expectations.
• New Business Navigator: Evaluate and qualify new business opportunities to ensure they align with the company’s strategic goals.
• Venue & Destination Virtuoso: Continuously expand your knowledge of UK and international venues and destinations, staying ahead of industry trends.
• Team Leader: Provide effective line management for a Venue Sourcing Executive, including appraisals and professional development.
• Time Management Titan: Efficiently manage multiple client accounts simultaneously, delivering on deadlines and meeting SLAs with precision.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Exciting Projects: Immerse yourself in a diverse range of dynamic projects for clients across various sectors.
• Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing professional development and clear pathways for progression, including leadership responsibilities.
• Supportive Culture: Become part of a collaborative and encouraging team that truly values your contributions.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy a role that empowers you to manage your workload effectively, fostering a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

The Ideal Fit:

This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Venue Source Executive, Venue Sourcing Manager, Venue Source Coordinator, Account Manager Venue Sourcing, Venue Sourcing Lead, Venue Finding Manager, or Venue Find Lead looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and dynamic agency environment.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s chat about how this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

This position would suit: Venue Source Executive, Venue Sourcing Manager, Venue Source Coordinator, Venue Sourcing Account Manager, Account Manager Venue Sourcing, Venue Sourcing Lead, Venue Finding Manager, Venue Find Manger, Venue Find Lead