Account Executive

Location Southampton
Salary DOE
Job type Permanent
Discipline Administration, Sales, Marketing & Operations
Reference J10734
We’re currently supporting an exciting organisation within the marine events sector in their search for a confident and commercially minded Account Executive. This role plays a key part in delivering high-profile national and international exhibitions, with a strong focus on sales performance, account management, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and growing exhibitor accounts, optimising event floorplans, and ensuring revenue targets are met and exceeded. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, and customer-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive exhibition space sales across a portfolio of national and international events
  • Deliver outstanding service to both new and existing exhibitors
  • Identify opportunities to refine the sales process and enhance the customer journey
  • Manage and update all administrative processes, including contracts, invoicing, and CRM records
The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using CRM systems—preferably Microsoft Dynamics.

This role offers the chance to contribute to one of the UK’s largest and most prestigious events in the marine calendar, providing invaluable exposure within a fast-paced and high-profile environment. You'll join a supportive and passionate team that values collaboration and innovation. Flexible working arrangements are available to help support work-life balance, and the position includes travel across the UK and internationally as part of event delivery.

For more information, contact Jo at jo.priestley@marineresources.co.uk or Suzie at suzie.brushett@marineresources.co.uk.

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