Sport Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic organization focused on delivering major sporting events. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong event management background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will manage logistics, negotiate contracts, and ensure client satisfaction while working with a supportive team.

Benefits

Annual CTM All Star Awards

Professional development program

Flexible leave options

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in event/sport management industry.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Experience managing high-profile events.

Responsibilities

• Manage spreadsheets, rooming lists, and flight manifests.
• Negotiate hotel rates and manage contracts.
• Track amendments, cancellations, and create reports.

Skills

Event Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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The role requires an individual who is looking to work on one of the newest and most exciting sporting event series. The Sport division is a strong focus for CTM, with support from the wider business to encourage growth within the sector. The culture of the organisation is dynamic and committed to implementing new ideas that will benefit our loyal client base.

This role will require a person who embraces the challenge of working within a competitive industry. A determined and enthusiastic individual will receive positive support and encouragement from everyone within the organisation to successfully grow the business.

What you will be doing

This role involves working on a specific major sporting event series, providing exposure in all aspects of delivery. You will work well under pressure and have meticulous attention to detail.

You will love operations, bringing an incredible work ethic, and enjoy planning and delivering successful sporting events. Your tasks will include managing spreadsheets, rooming lists, and flight manifests, while also communicating effectively with clients. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, utilizing our systems and working on your own responsibilities.

You will also work with suppliers, old and new, with a focus on profitability in all activities. The role is high energy, engaging, and fast-paced, with plenty of customer interaction via in person, phone, or email, striving to deliver excellent customer service.

Reporting to the Project Director, your responsibilities will include:

1. Contact suitable hotels meeting client requirements, standards, and RFP needs.
2. Negotiate hotel rates at each location.
3. Provide full proposals for each location, outlining hotel offerings, services, and financials.
4. Ensure all hotel contracts include required legal clauses.
5. Manage all financial aspects of contracts post-signing.
6. Manage travel and rooming lists through CTM Sport’s software.
7. Track amendments, cancellations, and additions.
8. Create various reports for clients.
9. Finalize MASTER and IPO accounts.
10. Reconcile all events within the agreed timeframe.
11. Overseas travel may be required.
12. This role requires flexibility outside of regular office hours, including weekends.

Skills and Experience Required

• 3-5 years experience in event/sport management industry.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.
• Experience managing high-profile events, including multiple hotels.
• Previous onsite and face-to-face client interaction experience.

What we’re looking for

Beyond organizational and communication skills, you’ll be a fun, positive person to work with. We support each other as a team and want to add to our dynamic.

You’ll have:

• A positive outlook and can-do attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• A passion for teamwork.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client and colleague communication.
• Calmness under pressure.
• Commitment to tasks.
• Ability to identify profit opportunities.
• High discretion.

Why CTM?

Reward & Recognition

Our annual CTM All Star Awards reward peers with trips worldwide, including destinations like Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Paris, Abu Dhabi, Queenstown, and Dallas. We promote from within and have a strong professional development program.

Employee Wellbeing and Flexibility

We prioritize physical and mental health, providing access to wellbeing platforms, independent advice, flexible leave options, and more.

Sustainability Focus

Our initiatives include Volunteer Day Leave, travel offsetting, supporting community projects, and paperless practices, aligned with our four pillars: Governance, People, Planet, and Prosperity.

If you’re considering a career in travel or returning to the industry, CTM is your top choice. Your career in corporate travel is ready for take-off. Join us today.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. Contact our Recruitment team for accommodations if needed.

As the Data Controller, we will process your personal data solely for employment consideration, sharing with our Australian parent company if applicable. Data is retained during employment or destroyed two months after the position is filled. You have rights under GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and can contact our Data Protection Officer at [emailprotected].