F1 Hospitality Account Director

This is a Full Time Job

THE ROLE

Our London office is hiring an Account Director to join our award-winning team in London. We are seeking an Events & Hospitality specialist with extensive knowledge and experience developing and leading guest management programmes in sport, specifically Formula 1.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the process, requirements and expectations involved in managing a premium hospitality experience in F1.

Reporting into the Head of Events & Hospitality, this individual will be expected to travel to races and lead the hospitality operation on behalf of our client, a leading crypto brand, from programme design to execution.

From pre-race planning and supplier engagement, to managing on-the-ground logistics and paddock club hosting – this role requires an enthusiastic, organised, and outgoing leader, that is willing to go the extra mile.

What does the role involve?
• Working closely with the account team to shape and innovate the Formula 1 global hospitality and event experience.
• Oversee and manage Hospitality team members in the creation of the guest experience programme from planning to execution.
• Leverage supplier relationships, conduct research, coordinate and make the necessary bookings for accommodation, travel and ancillary programmes alongside the official race experience.
• Responsibility for tracking and utilisation of contractual F1 hospitality assets and ticket allocations.
• International travel to deliver in-market guest programmes, including to host and manage senior level guest logistics (as required).
• Establish relationships with key rights holder to meet ongoing approvals and deadlines.
• Senior client liaison, stakeholder management and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
• A F1 hospitality specialist with at least one season's experience travelling to F1 races.
• Extensive experience managing complex, international guest programmes on behalf of global partners in sport.
• Ability to manage intricate operations both from the office and whilst out in the field.
• A leader, team player and experience managing junior colleagues.
• Calm, organised and solution-orientated with meticulous attention to detail and high standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• An agency / client servicing background is preferrable but not essential.

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