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Legends Global ยท 2 hours ago

Event Sales Manager

Legends Global is a company that specializes in event management, and they are seeking an Event Sales Manager to provide professional client services support in planning and organizing events. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating activities with service contractors, and ensuring successful execution of events from planning to conclusion.

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Responsibilities

Supervises staff and oversees all aspects of facility operations related to events
Meets with client groups to plan and organize assigned meetings and/or events
Coordinates activities with the various service contractors for assigned meetings and/or events
Guides clients in preparation of events by interpreting and explaining contract provisions, policies and procedures
Keeps clients informed as to status of deadline schedules, including but not limited to floor plan submissions, meeting room set-up specifications, insurance requirements and other relevant details
Prepares cost estimates and monitors final billing
Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of detailed requirements to operational departments
Assists in scheduling operational set-ups to provide equipment or service needs
Monitors and supervises facility set-up when necessary
Assists in training event services staff
Serves as a primary liaison between clients and facility departments
Monitors in-house events, maintaining close contact with clients and facility staff to ensure successful events
Follow up on all client requests, concerns, and problems
Attends appropriate planning, organization and other event and facility meetings in support of facility operations
Serves as manager on duty as required

Qualification

Event managementSupervisory experienceMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsPlanning skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsProfessional presentation

Required

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
1 to 2 years related experience and/or training
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of the principles of event management, services, and equipment for a similar facility
Excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills
Good written and verbal skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects
Demonstrate problem-solving and communication skills
Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic
Knowledge of computer systems for event management including Microsoft Office, event planning/BEO systems, etc
Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including management
Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays
The physical ability to maneuver around the facility, at times, walking and/or standing up to 8-10 hours daily

Preferred

Supervisory experience

Company

Legends Global

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Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues and brands.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
New Mountain Capital
2017-05-04Series Unknown

Leadership Team

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Shervin Mirhashemi
Chief Executive Officer
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Scott Aronsky
Chief Financial Officer
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