Fuse is seeking an experienced, ambitious and motivated Senior Account Manager to join the Events & Live Experiences Team. This role will be working on one of our motorsport clients, taking on responsibility for developing and implementing world class events, hospitality programmes and brand experiences, at track and away from track. The role is supported by junior team members and reports to the Senior Account Director. It requires a deep understanding of production, global event planning and management, VIP hospitality, and client servicing. Experience in Formula One is preferred.
Client & Stakeholder Management
* Act as a primary point of contact for the client, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on objectives and messaging
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including other partners, rights holders, vendors, suppliers, partner agencies and internal teams
* Provide strategic recommendations to enhance the client’s presence and overall guest experience
Production, Hospitality & Activation Management
* Oversee the planning and execution of VIP hospitality programmes at Grand Prix events globally, both at track and off track
* Work closely with suppliers, hospitality providers, rights holders and race promoters to ensure premium experiences befitting the guests and clientele in attendance
* Oversee the production and build of hospitality spaces and activations from brief and design through to build and delivery, ensuring the brief is met and core client narrative is communicated to all relevant touchpoints
* Work with the production supplier(s) to ensure client expectations are met and suite spaces are delivered in accordance with designs and within budget
* Coordinate guest logistics as required, including travel, transportation, accommodation, pass and ticketing management and access
* Oversee and perform regular check‑ins with ticketing and guest management system provider to ensure client and guest needs are met
* Ensure all hospitality activations align with the client’s brand and strategy
* Handle global travel and logistics management, including planning of shipments and management of transport and global travel
Project Management & Budget
* Manage budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and accurate finance reporting
* Oversee contracts, invoices, and financial reconciliation with vendors and suppliers
* Seek cost saving measures and efficiencies for the client where possible
* Regular interaction and reporting to senior members of the team
* Manage team members, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and correctly while avoiding conflict and recommending solutions
* Ensure seamless delivery of all project elements within scope, budget and deadlines
* Pursue opportunities to grow business organically
* Oversee installation and dismantle of suite spaces onsite, ensuring build schedule is maintained and all elements are fabricated according to designs signed off by the client, keeping clients and internal team updated on progress throughout
* Lead on‑site event operations, ensuring flawless execution and troubleshooting any challenges
* Manage internal team, brand ambassadors and hospitality staff to deliver best‑in‑class experiences
* Manage VIP/celebrity guests including logistics, pass management and security
* Work across multiple time zones and be available for global travel
Reporting & Performance Analysis
* Track and report key metrics related to guest satisfaction, hospitality performance, and brand impact
* Provide post‑event analysis, insight and recommendations for continuous improvement
* Present reports and debriefs to clients and internal stakeholders
Desired Skills & Experience
* Experience in account management, event management, production and hospitality, ideally within sports marketing agencies or Formula One
* Experience working on global brands is preferred
* Proven track record in delivering high‑profile events and managing premium/VIP client experiences including production of event spaces/structures
* Excellent project management and multitasking skills, with the ability to work under pressure
* Ability to anticipate problems/issues and suggest proactive resolutions to be put into place
* Strong budget management and negotiation skills, including use of Microsoft Excel
* Strong operations and logistics management skills, including planning of shipments, management of transport and global travel
* Presentation skills (verbal and written), internally and to clients/suppliers, including use of Microsoft PowerPoint
* Exceptional client servicing and communication skills (verbal and written)
* Team management – management and coordination of junior team members
* Attention to detail and organisation
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment, including working across various time zones and international travel
You need to have the ability & willingness to work flexibly, usually in the London office, with occasional international travel, on‑site at events and some weekend work.
This is a full‑time role & you must be eligible to work in the UK.
Fuse job descriptions are not intended to be restrictive and are a guideline to the duties in this role.
We are committed to providing comprehensive training & development plans for all team members.
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We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyoubest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
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At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone can thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone can bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard and well‑represented.
We are committed to equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. We require all candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief, to apply under the same criteria and will evaluate them on merit and suitability for the role according to ethical hiring practices and anti‑discrimination laws.
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