Account Executive - OpenRoom Events
WHO WE ARE:
OpenRoom has been established for over 20 years and has recently sold a majority shareholding to CloserStill Media, an international exhibitions company. Our offices are in West London and the roles are office based with international travel.
We have exciting growth plans over the next two to three years and are looking for ambitious and motivated people to join our award-winning teams. OpenRoom Events is a b2b event organiser specialising in the format of 1-2-1 meetings and networking in the retail, veterinary, dental and eye care markets worldwide.
OpenRoom is looking for an Account Executive to join our team in London. A graduate with a hunger to learn.
THE ROLE:
- To recruit hosted delegates for our events
- Develop new business by sourcing leads using a variety of methods (LinkedIn, web, competitors, attending industry events etc.)
- Contribute to the overall event development: source conference speakers, monitor industry trends, work with partners
- Use LinkedIn effectively to generate maximum exposure for our events
- Work with the marketing team to create a communication plan for your events and think of creative ways to promote our events
- Build strong relationships with clients and provide exceptional customer support
- Attend our events as part of the onsite event management team
ABOUT YOU:
- Strong people skills
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Pays attention to detail
- Keen to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think creatively
- Prepared to input into other areas of the business (marketing, operations etc)
- A team player – we're a close-knit team that demands flexibility and a can-do approach
- Travelling to the company’s events all over the world as part of the onsite event team
CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.
Sorry, we do not offer sponsorship for this role
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.
London HQ
Awards
We have won more Awards than any other company in the Exhibition Industry.
We have achieved over 50 industry awards, including the coveted ‘Best Business Exhibition’ seven times, featured in The Sunday Times 100 Best Places to Work 3 times (2018. 2019 & 2020), been Voted by members of the Association of Exhibition Organisers as the ‘Most Respected Company’ in the exhibition Industry. Best Business Exhibition (x7), Best Marketing (x8) and Best Sales (x4) Best Launch or Brand Extension (x5). Adapting to digital during 2020, we also won 3 awards at the new Event Digital Awards.
About CloserStill Media
We are on a mission... To be the most dynamic global B2B events and communities business.
At our core, we have unwavering faith in our workforce. Our entrepreneurial and empowered teams are dedicated to perpetual evolution of their brands, shaping leading engagement in their respective industries. We firmly believe that great people are the architects of extraordinary events.
Our commitment to you... When you step into life at CloserStill, you embrace a mantra that resonates through every aspect of our work: "Great events by great people." It's a promise of growth and a testament to the vibrant, innovative spirit that defines our team. We celebrate excellence and champion the personal and professional development of every individual.
Our commitment to you includes targeted training, mentoring from seasoned professionals, and clear paths for career progression. With a culture built on ownership, empathy, and determination, we empower you to shape your future and contribute to our collective success. Join us, where every day is a new opportunity to excel and innovate.
We are committed to Diversity & Inclusion
We are who we are [and we like it that way.]
We are committed to making CloserStill Media a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where our colleagues are encouraged to be true to themselves. We are a global and multicultural business and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where our colleagues can grow and develop no matter who they are and where they work.
Account Executive - OpenRoom Events
Loading application form
Already working at CloserStill Media?
Let’s recruit together and find your next colleague.