Client Account Manager - Cuffe & Taylor Team in Manchester

Location: Glasgow, Manchester or London, United Kingdom.

Division: Ticketmaster UK

Line Manager: Client Service Manager

Contract Terms: Permanent, Full-time

THE TEAM

The Client Account Management Team is responsible for the day-to-day management of our client relationships.

THE JOB

The Client Account Manager – Cuffe & Taylor Team handles a variety of accounts of our clients and system venues by providing a pro-active, customer and business-focused Client Account Management solution across Ticketmaster’s client base, whilst promoting the highest standards of customer service at all times. The overall aim of this role is to achieve the operational, financial, and business objectives of the Company.

What You Will Be Doing

• To satisfy, retain and develop client relationships by ensuring good levels of communication with venues and promoters whilst providing system support and query resolution.
• To develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of each client’s business needs whilst identifying potential new business opportunities or improved efficiencies through the application of new technologies or operational practices.
• To regularly review and update all client information/deal sheets in conjunction with the Senior Client Account Manager to include contractual information and service charges applied therein.
• To effectively monitor and control available ticket inventory with a view to maximising its retail potential.
• To take ownership of, and responsibility for, each event on-sale to include being present for the duration of the on-sale period as directed by the Client Services management.
• To ensure that all event-related information is accurate, up to date & accessible across all sales channels e.g. Contact Centre, IVR, and e-commerce platforms, prior to on-sale and during the life cycle of each event.
• To take ownership of, and responsibility for, notifying internal departments of all cancelled/amended events to include, but not limited to, assisting customer services in the identification of affected customers if needed and agreed communication procedures.
• To develop and maintain effective teamwork within the department across genres, and between the various departments and premises of the Company, to include, but not limited to, Sales, Client Marketing, Event Programming and Customer Service teams, and Event Operations.
• To ensure that all event-related information is communicated accurately and in a way that ensures that the information is clearly received and easily understood by all relevant parties (internal and external).
• To manage, process and respond to all inbound client-related communications in an efficient and courteous manner whilst adhering to service level agreements (internal/external).
• To produce for review, a weekly report of client sales activity as directed by the Senior Client Account Manager or Client Services Manager.
• To plan and manage event day box offices (venue-based and ‘green field’ sites) in conjunction with the Senior Client Account Manager as directed by the Client Services Manager.
• To promote and offer the highest level of customer service standards at all times to both internal and external customers.
• To recognise and embrace the operational requirements of the Account Management Team through a flexible approach towards hours of work and location of duties to include participation in a shift system of work as directed by the Senior Client Account Manager & Client Services Manager.
• To seek ways in which to continuously improve personal, team and business performance and to strive for cost-effectiveness.
• To assist with, and contribute to, the day-to-day administration of the Account Management Team under the guidance of the Client Services Managers.
• To comply with all Company policies as directed by Human Resources, to include, but not limited to, the Company’s Health and Safety Policy.
• To ensure that a clean, tidy, safe, and secure working environment is maintained at all times.
• To ensure that all materials and resources are effectively and efficiently utilised to minimise waste and reduce costs.
• To represent the Company, as required, at functions, events, and PR visits whilst ensuring that all business-related topics and agendas are communicated to relevant managers and Directors.
• To undertake any other relevant duties which fall under the general scope of this role as directed by your immediate Line Manager or a Director of the Company.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS)

• I.T. literate - Windows Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Proven experience in the Ticketing Industry.

You (behavioural Skills)

• A highly motivated and conscientious individual.
• Excellent communication, inter-personal and customer care skills.
• A pro-active nature to include a flexible approach to hours of work and location of duties.
• Ability to use self-initiative as well as work within a team.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A calm, patient, and professional manner.
• Confident telephone manner.
• Confident in dealing with the general public face to face.
• Good organisational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.

LIFE AT TICKETMASTER

We are proud to be a part of Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s largest live entertainment company. Our vision at Ticketmaster is to connect people around the world to the live events they love. As the world’s largest ticket marketplace and the leading global provider of enterprise tools and services for the live entertainment business, we are uniquely positioned to successfully deliver on that vision.

We do it all with an intense passion for Live and an inspiring and diverse culture driven by accessible leaders, attentive managers, and enthusiastic teams. If you’re passionate about live entertainment like we are, and you want to work at a company dedicated to helping millions of fans experience it, we want to hear from you.

Our Work Is Guided By Our Values

• Reliability - We understand that fans and clients rely on us to power their live event experiences, and we rely on each other to make it happen.
• Teamwork - We believe individual achievement pales in comparison to the level of success that can be achieved by a team.
• Integrity - We are committed to the highest moral and ethical standards on behalf of the countless partners and stakeholders we represent.
• Belonging - We are committed to building a culture in which all people can be their authentic selves, have an equal voice and opportunities to thrive.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY 9TH DECEMBER AT 10AM