Ticketing Assistant, Hospitality & Events

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant within our Hospitality & Events Team to support on ticketing and asset management across key Partnerships with Premier League Merlin and Live Nation.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to get their teeth stuck into the world of sport and events and start a career into ticketing and prize fulfilment. The role combines elements of asset management with ticketing and hospitality operations giving the Assistant direct exposure to international stakeholders clients and markets with the opportunity to support one of the agencies biggest accounts.

The role requires excellent attention to detail coordination skills strong communication abilities to work efficiently with colleagues against tight deadlines.

This role will report into the Manager of Hospitality & Events and is based in London.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Programme & Project Management

• Support senior leads in delivering key ticketing workstreams for a variety partnerships programmes across UK and European markets including ticket allocation distribution and tracking
• Support the senior team with project plans timelines status trackers and internal documentation to ensure smooth and timely delivery across all workstreams
• Play a supporting role in budget tracking and financial administration ensuring accurate and up-to-date records

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Contribute to client calls status meetings and programme updates by preparing information presenting workstream progress and sharing delivery insights
• Develop productive working relationships with internal teams in London and global markets
• Support clear and consistent communication between clients suppliers and internal stakeholders

Operations & Guest Communication

• Assist in developing guest communications itineraries welcome materials and programme documentation
• Support in the development and refinery of guest journey plans to ensure a seamless experience throughout each event
• This role doesnt include travel however minimal travel may be required as and when necessary

Administration:

• Take ownership and responsibility for administrative tasks managing others to deliver too
• Regular reporting of task completion and updates to managers and above
• Coordinating finance requirements on projects using company systems and processes effectively (setting up job numbers estimates etc.)
• Complete timesheets and other day to day administrative tasks timely and accurately

Culture & Values:

• Contribute to agency culture by getting involved in company/team initiatives

Self-Development:

• Proactively take interest in industry news and share knowledge/the latest with the wider team.
• Seek out and actively learn new skills (through relevant training webinars etc.) to develop and increase knowledge
• Plan and agree short- and long-term goals with your line manager drive your career development.

What were looking for:

To be able to deliver this we need you to have:

Essential:

• Be a self-starter focussed self-motivated and ambitious individual
• Problem-solving abilities
• Good organisational skills
• Capability to use own initiative and pay close attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent with using Microsoft Office products
• Personable can do attitude
• Capable of working under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong numerical skills and aptitude for data analysis
• Confident communicator who can articulate progress clearly and can interact with people at different levels

Desirable:

• Experience in account management events or a related field
• Experience working with global brands sports properties or rights holders
• Prior agency experience
• Familiarity with excel HTML and other programming languages
• An interest in sport & entertainment

Why MKTG Sports Entertainment is the right place to do it:

MKTG Sports & Entertainment is a global integrated agency that help brands and rights holders move at the speed of fans. For over 20 years weve ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment. We have strategised created and driven partnerships for some of the worlds biggest brands and power brands in the making. With one aligned goal - 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.

Inclusion and Diversity:

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 recognize 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 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.

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Location:

London

Brand:

Mktg Sports

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1