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About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Hospitality & Events to manage global Formula 1 hospitality for Fortune 500 clients, supporting event strategy, planning, and execution. This role involves close collaboration with clients, partners, and internal teams to develop corporate hospitality experiences on a global scale.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on event strategies and project plans.
Manage all aspects of event planning, including logistics, guest experience, venue research, and contracting.
Manage on-site vendors and oversee contractors.
Develop run of show, programming, and event schedules.
Prepare and manage line-item budgets, including event branding, collateral, and on-site materials.
Enforce company and client policies during execution.
Create client-ready event itineraries, staffing plans, and event recaps.
Serve as the primary liaison with race team partners sponsored by the client.
Manage day-to-day client relationships and lead status calls.
Oversee client servicing standards and excellence.
Develop and author communication deliverables such as event overviews, post-event recaps, case studies, and recommendations.
Take ownership of client projects from start to finish, communicating status updates.
Develop, manage, and reconcile project budgets.
Support directors with resource and workload management across the team.
Adhere to excellent time management practices.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of timesheets for self and direct reports.
Act as the key point of contact for finance-related activities on accounts.
Support new business functions by participating in proposals and pitch processes.
Identify and build opportunities from current clients.
Prepare proposals and costings for projects with director support.
Support the agency marketing plan through social media contributions.
Contribute to agency thought leadership and external social promotion.
Lead key culture initiatives and demonstrate company culture and values to the junior team.
Take interest in the wider industry to understand sponsorship integration.
Support junior team members in developing their industry understanding and knowledge of latest news.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of the event industry with a good understanding of the wider events landscape.
Formula 1 experience is essential.
Understanding of sport and working within sport/sponsorship.
Demonstrable experience in project management and client servicing excellence.
Experience in corporate hospitality management, including negotiating and managing suppliers (F&B, creative, signage, audio visual, transportation, etc.).
Strategic and logical thinking ability to provide counsel to clients and suppliers.
Experience managing and reconciling event budgets and finances; fiscally responsible with success overseeing large budgets and costs in detail.
Superstar project management skills, including proficiency with MS Office suite.
Team mentality and ability to contribute to high-performing teams.
Ability to travel frequently, including weekdays and weekends.
Comfortable with frequent travel (weekdays and weekends) and flexible with work hours to accommodate differing time zones.

Skills

Event Strategy
Project Management
Client Servicing
Budget Management
Vendor Management
Logistics Management
Guest Experience Management
Venue Research
Contract Negotiation
On-site Vendor Management
Contractor Oversight
Run of Show Development
Programming
Event Scheduling
Budgeting
Brand Management
Collateral Development
Client Communication
Staffing Plans
Event Recaps
Relationship Management
Proposal Development
Costing
Social Media Marketing
Thought Leadership
MS Office Suite

Location

London

Work Type

Full time
Permanent

Experience Level

Senior Manager

Benefits

Open to discussing flexible working arrangements

About the Company

MKTG Sports & Entertainment is a global integrated agency that help brands and rights holders move at the speed of fans.
For over 20 years, we've ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment.
We have strategised, created and driven partnerships for some of the world's biggest brands and power brands in the making.
Our goal is to make something worth noticing, engaging, liking, sharing and remembering.
We are part of Dentsu Sports International, a global sports network comprised of MKTG Sports & Entertainment and Dentsu Sports, a leading sports rights holder including federations, leagues, events, teams, and venues.

Equal Opportunity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual.
We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles.
If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.