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Ref: GP186-1940
Job description / Role
Our client provides service solutions to tourist attractions and hospitality chains and has a majority market share in the Middle East. With origins in the region, they are now a global business and due to further expansion plans they are looking to hire a Key Account Manager (Entertainment).
You will manage a portfolio of existing accounts in the region and develop new areas of business moving into fresh territories including Europe and Asia. You will maintain client relationships through monthly face-to-face meetings to incorporate problem solving and the implementation of new projects/products/initiatives with Operations and Marketing to ensure consistent and increased revenue for each account. Due to the scope of the work and the location of existing and potential clients, this role will include extensive travel.
Requirements
The successful candidate should be a strong account manager with experience of dealing with contacts at Director Level. You should also have solid regional sales experience alongside a demonstrated ability of being commercially minded, having shown loyalty to an organisation whilst participating in their growth and success. Any experience in the entertainment, leisure or tourism industry would be beneficial but is not a prerequisite. Due to the nature of the role and travel required, our client has stated a preference for a native English speaking male candidate. This position would suit an enthusiastic and driven sales professional who is looking for an account management focused position which requires initiative and creativity.
About the Company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.