Speaker Relationship Manager

Job Description

Our client is a well-respected and growing company based near Leamington Spa. They are market leaders in delivering events to senior level participants (CEO’s, MD’s and Directors) and they are now looking to add a proactive Speaker Relationship Manager to their vibrant Content team. The Content team are responsible for forming partnerships with global executives from multi-national companies to speak at the events and this role will play an integral part in that. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to advance their career with an established and thriving business. In return, you will be offered a fantastic platform to progress with a company who truly value their staff and reward them for their hard work.

Speaker Relationship Manager Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with the business’s community of experts from Forbes 2000 companies via phone, video calls, and e-mail.
• Identify potential speakers via research, industry news, and LinkedIn, and by expanding your own network.
• Reach out to prospects and previous speakers to fill speaker slots for upcoming events.
• Support speakers to create relevant and engaging topics for conversation.
• Act as a first point of contact for VP/Director Level Executives and thought leaders before and after the event.
• Take ownership of the speaker recruitment/sales process to ensure you provide excellent client care.
• Meet and exceed speaker recruitment targets and help deliver a high standard of event content.

Key Skills & Experience

• Prior experience in a Customer Service, Sales or a Client Relationship role is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Communicates effectively – able to influence and persuade others through excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible approach to resolving problems and task management.
• Highly proficient in IT.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working offered, with the expectation is to attend the office 2/3 times per week.
• Opportunity to travel internationally available.

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV including details about your current or most recent salary and your availability / notice period. You can also call Sarah Cleaver on 01926 699276 for a discreet and confidential discussion about the role.