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Our client is growing hugely - they provide luxury experiences, hospitality, artwork and memorabilia which they sell at prestigious events via silent auctions partnering with clients such as Formula One, England Rugby, various Premiership Football Clubs, businesses, and schools.
As a Fundraising Executive / Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing client relationships, maximising fundraising opportunities, and supporting event delivery. You'll manage a portfolio of existing accounts while actively generating new business through referrals, outreach, and upselling.
This role requires a confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. From luxury gala dinners to international sporting occasions, you'll help deliver high-performing fundraising solutions that make a real impact.
Must have proven experience in account management, fundraising, sales, or client-facing roles.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and maintain long-term relationships with existing clients, ensuring outstanding service and retention
* Identify and convert new business opportunities, leveraging existing client relationships and cold outreach
* Tailor silent auction solutions and packages to maximise fundraising results
* Provide consultative advice to clients pre- and post-event
* Manage all administrative aspects of event delivery, from planning to post-event reporting
* Attend and support at events, ensuring smooth onsite delivery - including potential international travel
* Analyse performance data from past events to optimise future strategy
* Collaborate with internal teams to maximise product exposure and inventory turnover
* Monitor cost-efficiency and performance
Skills/Experience
* Proven experience in account management, fundraising, sales, or client-facing roles
* A highly motivated individual with a strong drive to exceed targets.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport quickly
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and events simultaneously
* Comfortable in both independent and collaborative working environments
* High attention to detail and a customer-first mindset
* Flexible and willing to work occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as required
* Confident with CRM systems and proficient in Microsoft Office
* Full UK driving licence is essential
Benefits
* Competitive Base Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 depending on experience
* Uncapped Commission: This roles includes a performance based commission plan that scales with account growth, retention and sales
* Bonus Schemes: Attractive rewards for exceeding targets
* Exclusive Experiences: Get the chance to experience the very events you're helping to sell
* Generous Annual Leave: 25 days plus the option to buy or sell holidays.
* Birthday Day Off: Take an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
* Company Pension Scheme: Matching contribution scheme up to 6%
* Health Benefits: Generous Medicash health scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being
* Vibrant Work Culture: Join a fun, sociable team with Pizza Fridays, casual dress code, and plenty of social events to unwind
* Long service rewards: Rewards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years' service
* Employee Discount Scheme: Enjoy exclusive discounts across a variety of brands and services
* Growth Opportunities: We believe in your potential, offering a clear path for both personal and professional development in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Please note that we will only contact those candidates that we assess as suitable for the positions we have currently available based on their experience, training, and skills. If we do not have anything suitable, we will not keep your CV for more than 30 days.
As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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