About us

We are a global production and creative agency, delivering extraordinary experiences that stay with audiences for a lifetime. Find out more at: https://wearefab.com/

At Far and Beyond, we place high value on creating a positive and collaborative work environment. Our recent achievement of the 'Great Place to Work' accreditation reflects our commitment to fostering a great workplace.

About the role

Far and Beyond are seeking a strategically minded individual to join us as an Account Manager in our Commercial department across our UK project portfolio. This position is tailored towards a candidate who understands commercial, operational & financial processes, and a passion for the events and festivals industry. The successful candidate will take charge of strategising and costing potential projects whilst assessing feasibility/ demand, whilst liaising directly with key stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Client facing role acting as the Far and Beyond representative across our project portfolio

• Create key relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal Far and Beyond departments

• Work closely with Head of Events, Logistics and Recruitment teams overseeing the accounts that you’re handing

• Work on RFP’s and pitches for potential projects

• In line with the commercial strategy, reach out for prospective new business opportunities across the industry: Music, TV, Brand activation, Sports, Corporate, etc.

• Time tracking of your accounts, ensuring work is fulfilled within a critical path

• To assist with project costings & budgeting

• Set & lead meetings, manage project plans and work to project timelines

• Manage multiple accounts in conjunction with each other

• Positively coordinate and alignment of all departments across the project, in line with Head of Events; ensuring each department has the necessary knowledge of your account/ project

• On occasion: Fulfil significant roles onsite across our project portfolio that they aren’t necessarily leading (i.e. Site Manager, Artist Liaison Manager)

• All work should be completed to a high standard and in line with Far and Beyond’s brand guidelines, utilising templates, logos and company fonts across all documentation.

• Reports into Head of Commercial, but may also take direction from the Managing Director and Leadership team

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years experience of working in event and/ or project management.

• Experience in running events or projects.

• A keen commercial eye and attention to detail.

• Excellent people skills, with the ability to talk to clients and stakeholders in a consultative manner and developing long-term relationships.

• Proactive / self-starter with lots of initiative.

• Full clean drivers licence.

• Demonstrated experience in working within a commercial role, showcasing a track record of converting leads into successful partnerships within the events industry or a related field.

• A history of building and nurturing client relationships, highlighting the ability to anticipate and fulfil unique client needs while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, showcasing agility in addressing challenges and quickly adjusting strategies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to think strategically, identify trends, and develop innovative approaches to navigate the Live Music Festivals industry landscape.

• A collaborative attitude, with demonstrated enthusiasm for teamwork, with a history of effectively collaborating across departments, sharing insights, and collectively contributing to achieving broader organisational goals.

• Willingness to travel as required.

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract Type & Length

12 Month Fixed term contract (with possibility of extension)

Start Date

ASAP

Location

Full time in London office (central); but travel as required per project

Working Hours

Generally Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm or 10am – 6pm, and extra hours as needed.

There might be onsite work required within this role. Onsite hours vary in length (this can also include weekends). Time back in lieu will be offered in line with our company policy for any onsite weekend work and public holidays.

Included in the Role

• Holiday allowance: 25 days, plus National UK Holidays

• Days in lieu are given for onsite working and National UK Holidays worked where the employee is not offered an alternative midweek day off

• Access to CharlieHR perks and discounts

• Company pension enrolment

• Far and Beyond to arrange all working visas as required (if working internationally)

• All equipment provided as required

• International travel insurance, as required (for personal & work related travel)

• Monthly £20 Fitness Reimbursement