Key Account Director Events (f/m/d)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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Working at egg isn\xe2\x80\x99t just a job. It\xe2\x80\x99s about making compelling and inspiring experiences for our clients and their audiences. We work hard to create the magic. But we know how to have fun too. And it beats being just another cog in a faceless machine. Bring your authentic self At egg we care about each other as much as we care about our customers and our business. We celebrate uniqueness and are proud of the glorious human mosaic that is egg. And we\xe2\x80\x99re always on the lookout for fresh talent and friendly faces to enrich and expand our team. Which brings us to you. You\xe2\x80\x99re passionate about events and have planning and organizational skills embedded in your DNA, but you are also a ninja negotiator and a real go-getter. You are not afraid to pick up the phone to resolve issues with clients and do not leave any stone unturned looking for ways to generate new business. You also enjoy managing and mentoring team members and acting as point person for clients and other external stakeholders. What you\'ll be doing
  • Present egg \'s expertise to your clients to develop opportunities to grow our accounts
  • Attend kick-off and coordination meetings to our proposal is aligned with the clients\xe2\x80\x99 expectations
  • Provide strong consultation to clients throughout the project lifecycle
  • Guide and advise event project managers
  • Develop a trusting relationship with your clients
  • Be key to resolving client issues
  • Negotiate contracts
  • Monitor financials
  • Train teams on customer tools and processes
Must haves (We really mean it. Candidates who do not meet the following criteria will not be considered.)
  • 5+ years in Account Management with some experience in an agency or in the hospitality/events sector
  • Experience working with pharmaceutical or healthcare clients and working knowledge of their processes
  • Proven experience in working with performance targets in previous commercial roles and exceeding target goals
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
  • High level of resilience and upselling skills
  • Strong leadership skills in motivating colleagues in a manner that enhances working relationships and encompasses egg \'s brand and values
  • Have charisma and an innate ability to adapt your approach to your clients
Nice to haves
  • Proficiency in French
  • Great listening skills and able to digest information and present it in a succinct manner
What we bring to the table
  • A dynamic and inclusive company culture where we work really hard to have the right people doing the right job. (We\xe2\x80\x99ve been known to swap or create jobs in the past to make sure everyone is in their career sweet spot.)
  • Flexible working hours and structure (fully remote in some locations, hybrid in others)
  • Salary based on experience + performance-based annual variable pay bonus
  • Creative and brilliant colleagues
  • Attractive career opportunities, including international assignments
  • An annual get-together in some of the fanciest locations on the planet. We\xe2\x80\x99ve been to Paris, New York and more recently to Dubai. Any ideas for 2024?
The perks
  • Lunch vouchers
  • Home office / tech stipend
  • Subsidised gym membership
  • Pet-friendly offices (depending on location)
  • Free coffee in all offices
  • Workation
The hiring process
  • Online application (You\xe2\x80\x99ve swiped right.)
  • First intro phone/video call (We\xe2\x80\x99ve swiped right, now let\xe2\x80\x99s find out if we have chemistry!)
  • First round interview (We like you. Now it\xe2\x80\x99s time to get to know you better)
  • Second round interview (Hey, we like you a lot. Wanna meet the family?)
  • Offer (We\xe2\x80\x99re in love. We hope you are too)
The most important bit At egg, everyone\xe2\x80\x99s ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. We\xe2\x80\x99re constantly striving to do better and be better: we give each other feedback regularly, not just top-down from leadership, but bottom-up and sideways too! Accountability is key: it\xe2\x80\x99s okay to make mistakes as long as we own and learn from them. People who thrive at egg have a deep curiosity to keep improving, learning and coaching others. Our nest is made up of people from all walks of life and from different social and cultural backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity is not just a buzzword but a fundamental strength that fuels innovation, creativity, and excellence. We are proud to welcome applications from individuals of all genders, including those who identify as transgender or non-binary, as well as from BIPOC communities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities.
Additionally, as an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) driven company, we actively work to make a positive impact on our planet and society. By joining our team, you will become part of a progressive organization that strives for ESG excellence and you will help us building a brighter future for everyone.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1639796
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned