Event New Business Account Manager

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Event New Business Account ManagerDate: 14 Oct 2025Location: UK, Milton Keynes, Office, EUROPECompany: BCDAbout Us:At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.Jump into the excitement of being a New Business Account Manager with us You’ll be at the heart of our commercial growth initiatives, partnering with colleagues to fuel success across The Collective and Delegate Management lines of business. Imagine yourself nurturing existing accounts and uncovering brand new sales opportunities to become a trusted client consultant and build your own portfolio of clients. If you’re driven by results and thrive on building relationships, this is your chance to shineAs an New Business Account Manager, you will:Be responsible for managing the relationship with a number of existing accounts and ensure that they maintain, renew and grow their businessDevelop and own a client-centric growth strategy for Key Growth Account(s), translating revenue goals into actionable plansManagement of own new business campaign activity, working with and supported by commercial and marketing teamsHave experience, energy and confidence to undertake proactive sales outreach, including but not limited to social selling and outbound activity campaigningBe the clients advocate and guide, mentor & support internal teams to ensure that client service expectations are met and adhered toHave experience of contribution to contract management, negotiation and procurementBe responsible for driving the strategy for the development of proposals, presentations, contracts and other sale/marketing-related collateral materials for current and prospective accountsCultivating and expanding client relationships to boost account growth.Crafting client-centric strategies that translate financial goals into actionable plans.Proactively reaching out for new business opportunities through engaging sales campaigns.Collaborating effectively with internal teams to create innovative event experiences.Navigating contract management and negotiations with confidence and expertise.You might also have:Understanding production and delivery of large-scale events.Experience in an agency and/or conferencing companyExperience in mapping client opportunities to strategize for optimal growth.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software to keep everything running smoothly.Our Benefits for this role:Birthday day offHoliday Purchase Scheme - allowing up to 5 additional holidays daysLife Assurance x2 your annual salaryDiscounted rates on Hotels & TravelGym & Fitness DiscountsPension SchemeCompany Sick payYou should know:This is a hybrid role based in the Milton Keynes office or a UK Remote based role.Attending supplier networking events and client evening entertaining requiredOur standard working hours are 9:00am-5:30pm with an hour breakYou must have the right to work in the UKHow to apply:Click apply now to be consideredThe PerksFlexible WorkingWe believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.Room to GrowOur line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.Everyone has a voiceWe thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.Make your moveThe diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.We’re positive. You’ll love it.It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways. #J-18808-Ljbffr