Account Manager Event Services

GAP Group Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Group Ltd. in London is seeking an Account Manager to manage and develop existing business across the Events division, and to introduce new customers to the Group. You will conduct site visits and travel extensively to grow the product range across our accounts.

This role will cover the South, London and the Midlands with overnight stays. The successful candidate will have prior Accounts Management experience in the events sector, a track record of meeting revenue targets, and excellent

Qualifications

• Previous Accounts Management experience gained within the Events industry.
• A strong desire and ability to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Sound organisation and planning skills.
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to work away from home on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• To effectively manage an exiting portfolio of accounts ensuring growth by offering additional products and services
• Delivery of Key Account target revenue and identifying new business and customers to the Group
• Preparation and submission of quotes and tenders
• Conduct regular meetings and site visits with customers
• Submission of accurate reports and paperwork
• Build strong relationships with all GAP divisions

Skills

Accounts Management

Sales targeting

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Job description

Unit 3, Therapia Trading Estate, Greenland Way, London, CR04TD

Location

United Kingdom, Midlands, Event Services – England

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

40.00

About the role

The Role

Our Events Division combines the expertise of all GAP divisions to provide a one stop shop to supply the Events industry across the UK with all their equipment requirements. We have a newly created opportunity for an Account Manager to join the team.

The Account Manager will manage and develop existing business and introduce new customers to the Group to ensure that the Events division meets budgeted revenue targets. They will conduct a number of site visits and meetings, with a view to growing the product range supplied across our accounts. This role will cover the South, London and the Midlands and will involve extensive travel and overnight stays.

What You'll Be Doing

• To effectively manage an exiting portfolio of accounts ensuring growth by offering additional products and services
• Delivery of Key Account target revenue and identifying new business and customers to the Group
• Preparation and submission of quotes and tenders
• Conduct regular meetings and site visits with customers
• Submission of accurate reports and paperwork
• Build strong relationships with all GAP divisions

About You

What We're Looking for

• Previous Accounts Management experience gained within the Events industry
• A strong desire and ability to meet and exceed revenue targets
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Sound organisation and planning skills
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to work away from home on a regular basis.

About Us

About GAP and What We Offer

As an Account Manager, you'll be joining an industry leader that's growing and genuinely committed to your success. At GAP, we're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider—supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• More investment in our equipment than anyone else in the industry, so you work with the best tools in the game
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long-term decisions that support your success
• Offering real career growth, training, and development from day one
• Support that values you – from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support

Whether you're hands-on or customer-focused, there's a place for you at GAP where your work makes a difference.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER