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RELX INC Hosted Buyer Account Manager in Richmond, United Kingdom
Are you an experienced Account Manager with a passion for the travel industry?
Are you a collaborative team player, with ability to influence, communicate and solve problems effectively?
About our Team
RX Global is a leading organizer of business events and exhibitions, including IBTM, ILTM, WTM & ATM. Our objective is to connect high-value industry professionals with industry exhibitors to create productive and positive event experiences. The Buyer Team recruits high-value Meeting, Event, Conference, and Incentive (MICE) organisers and Luxury Travel Advisors to attend our events, ensuring they have a productive experience and become positive event promoters.
About the Role
As the Hosted Buyer Account Manager, you'll identify and manage high-value individual and group-led buyers for premier travel portfolio events. You will also host buyers onsite to ensure they have a productive experience. Additionally, as the Hosted Buyer Account Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing and managing top-tier travel designers, planners, concierge services, and event organizers. Travel to and attendance at the events is required.
This is a hybrid role that requires 2 days/ week in the office.
Responsibilities
Contributing to the development and delivery of the Hosted Buyer programme recruitment strategy.
Managing assigned group and individual buyer relationships.
Contributing to business development by growing the buyer database and identifying new relationships.
Utilizing analytical and organizational skills to meet recruitment targets and delivering exceptional customer service.
Utilizing database/IT skills for data analysis and maintaining accurate industry contacts.
Collaborating with stakeholders to contribute to meeting overall event strategy, objectives, and targets.
Developing 'new to show' group and individual buyer relationships.
Conducting administrative and event management duties to support the Hosted Buyer Programme.
Requirements
Have experience working in the Meeting, Incentive, Conference, and Events/ Luxury Travel space is advantageous.
Have experience in managing multiple accounts across different regions.
Possess excellent sales intelligence systems and database/IT skills, including Excel, Salesforce, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
Demonstrate ability to meet and exceed targets.
Display exceptional organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
Be an enthusiastic team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Be proficient in analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous well-being initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
- Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
Working for you
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
Health screening, eye care vouchers, and private medical benefits
Wellbeing programs
Life assurance
Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
Save As You Earn share option scheme.
Travel Season ticket loan
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Optional Dental Insurance
Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
Access to extensive learning and development resources
Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work
About the Business
RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com.
Management Level
11 - Professional IC
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.
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