MICE Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist events management company in London is seeking a MICE Project Manager. The role involves handling enquiries, designing unique itineraries, and negotiating with suppliers. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience with a DMC or inbound tour operator, and knowledge of the UK 5-star hotel sector. Fluency in English is essential, and Spanish is a plus. This position offers a competitive salary with annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with a DMC or inbound tour operator.
• Experience in handling enquiries from creation to final operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle enquiries for MICE projects and design unique itineraries.
• Negotiate with suppliers like hotels and venues.
• Attend events such as trade shows and networking events.

Skills

Knowledge of UK 5-star hotel sector

Fluency in English

Negotiation skills

Experience in MICE projects

Job description

Overview

£32k plus annual bonus

Small specialist company working within the Meetings & Incentives & Conference and Events market seeks a MICE Project Manager. Working with corporate travel and direct clients from the USA, South America and Spain who bring groups to the UK and Ireland, as Project Manager you will handle the enquiry from initial creation, through to final operations. Designing and creating unique and interesting itineraries and events, you will negotiate with suppliers such as hotels, venues, attractions, transport and restaurants.

The Company has an office in London and Edinburgh and a low turnover of staff – they are professional, friendly and love the experiences they create for their clients!

Responsibilities

• Handle enquiries from initial creation through to final operations for MICE projects, working with corporate travel and direct clients from the USA, South America and Spain.
• Design and create unique itineraries and events; negotiate with suppliers such as hotels, venues, attractions, transport and restaurants.
• Attend events including Fam trips, site inspections, industry trade shows and networking events, and join some groups at events like Gala dinners.

Requirements

• Great knowledge of the UK 5-star hotel sector and venues around the UK and Ireland.
• At least 2 years experience working with a DMC or inbound tour operator.
• Please note: we are not seeking candidates from a venue background.
• Fluency in English is essential; Spanish is useful.

We contact successful candidates within 48 hours of receipt of CV and look forward to helping you with your career!