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Account Director (Formula 1 – Events)

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Fuse

Main day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Client and Rightsholder Management

Act as a primary senior point of contact for the client, building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with key clients, rights holders, vendors, suppliers, partner agencies and internal teams

Offering new and forward-thinking insights and ideas to the client and challenging them where appropriate, this may include pitching strategy, creative concepts and new ideas

Understand the client’s brand, objectives, and tone of voice to ensure all programmes deliver impact and consistency across markets

Management of communications with local market clients providing assistance and project management for local programmes

Understanding of client objectives, needs and expectations to ensure all event and hospitality deliverables are met and exceeded

Build strong relationship with Formula One partnerships team and other relevant teams, ensuring clear and consistent communications and trustworthiness

Events, Hospitality and Guest Management

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, utilising project management tools and methodologies to ensure efficient workflow and effective communication.

Overseeing planning and execution of corporate hospitality programmes at Grand Prix events globally, both at track and off track, ensuring client objectives are met throughout

Overseeing relationships with suppliers, hospitality providers, rightsholders and race promoters to ensure smooth operations and seamless delivery

Overseeing production and build of hospitality spaces and activations from brief and design through to build and delivery, providing knowledge and insight to inform and elevate the event spaces and best showcase client brands

Ensuring guest logistics are managed and delivered seamlessly, including travel, transportation, accommodation, pass and ticketing management and access

Lead role in management of C-Suite and executive programmes, building relationships with relevant individuals and ensuring experiences are befitting of the level required

Team Management

Lead internal teams (account managers, execs, freelancers) and ensure high performance, clear delegation, and mentorship.

Management of junior members of the team ensuring each individual is delivering against performance objectives (including appraisals, check ins, progression plans and reviews)

Guest Management System and Inbox

Develop, implement and maintain online guest management systems. Ensure they are user-friendly, efficient, and aligned with the branding guidelines of the sponsor

Overseeing day to day management of guest management system and inbox, ensuring communications are managed efficiently and in line with client deadlines and expectations

Escalation point for ticket allocations, guest communications and system ensuring client needs are being met and the team are delivering efficiently

Budget and Financial Management

Develop detailed scopes of work for all projects, outlining deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements. Management of events budget including budget setting, reconciliation and regular client reporting

Reporting and reconciliation with Fuse Finance team to ensure clients are billed and supplier payments made in accordance with invoices

Overseeing of contracts, PO curation and financial reconciliation with vendors and suppliers

Pursue opportunities to grow business organically

On-Site Execution and Leadership

Attend global race events as required to lead on-site operations, ensuring high-quality execution and real-time problem-solving

Management of internal team and overseeing of any external suppliers, ensuring delivery of best in class experience for guests

Supervise onsite ticketing processes for both internal stakeholders and external guests, ensuring seamless allocation, tracking and compliance

Reporting and Performance Analysis:

Provide post event analysis, insight, and recommendations for continuous improvement

Present reports and debriefs to clients and internal stakeholders, providing insight and explanation regarding areas of improvement

Identify opportunities within the team and processes, and implement strategies to improve workflow and productivity. Streamline operations and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Track and report key metrics related to guest satisfaction, hospitality performance, and brand impact

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience in account management, event management, and hospitality, ideally within sports marketing agencies and/or Formula One

Knowledge and expertise working in Formula One

Experience working on global brands and properties

Experience delivering premium VIP hospitality programmes and high quality multi faceted onsite activations

Experience in professional client relationship management, including C-Suite level

Excellent financial management skills, with proven experience in budgeting, reconciliation and reporting

Ticketing experience, including the use of digital tools for allocation and guest management

Excellent project management and organisational skills with the confidence and ability to manage different projects across multiple workstreams

Leadership skills and management of team members, providing constructive feedback whilst inspiring members of the team across all workstreams

Excellent presentation skills (verbal and written), internally and to clients/suppliers, including use of Microsoft PowerPoint

Energetic self starter with the ability to work in a fast paced, high pressure environment, including working across various time zones and international travel

You need to have the ability and willingness to work flexibly, usually in the London office, with occasional UK travel, on-site at events and some weekend work.

This is a full-time role and you must be eligible to work in the UK.

Fuse job descriptions are not intended to be restrictive and are a guideline to the duties in this role.

About The AgencyCulturally Connected, Seriously Effective.

A global agency with local expertise, connecting brands to the things that matter most to their audiences in culture through partnerships in sport, music, film and television, gaming and esports. These connections make our clients more memorable - the key to unlocking effectiveness.

Powered by Omnicom Media Group, we bring an extra edge to strategy, execution, and measurement.

Our work has won numerous awards, and the industry frequently recognises our people as top performers in their field. We place great importance on trusted relationships, sound moral judgement, and strong governance, all delivered through transparent processes.

We have a fantastic team of 120 in our London HQ and 300 more across offices worldwide, working with incredible clients, including PepsiCo, Vodafone, Nissan, British Gas, Renault, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, McDonald’s, and Just Eat Takeaway.com.

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Flexible WorkingAt Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.

We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.

Be Your BestWe want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Marketing Services

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