MMGY Global
Sales & Marketing (Travel Trade) Account Manager
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Travel Trade Account Manager – MMGY Global
At MMGY Global, we believe nothing shapes your view of the world like travel. So every day, we share our clients’ stories from a perspective that inspires people to see the world differently. Our personalised service and strategy connect media, consumers, and influencers across the globe, taking people to new places and changing their view for the better.
Aflourishing travel trade community of over 600 professionals, we’re fascinated by every destination and excited by everything around us. At MMGY, we make travel ideas a reality—through meaningful relationships and creative marketing. We believe inspiration should be for everyone, everywhere.
As the Travel Trade Account Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining outstanding relationships with high-profile international destination clients and travel trade partners. Your role involves account management for multiple clients, ensuring excellent delivery of planned scope across the UK & Irish markets while exceeding KPIs.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who thrives on multi-tasking, engaging with diverse audiences, and working at pace. You’ll need to be adaptable, proactive, and commercially astute—with a passion for travel and hospitality.
Key Responsibilities
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Client Relationships:
- Develop and nurture relationships with destination clients and partners
- Collaborate with product managers, travel agents, airlines, and tourism boards
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Account Management & Strategy:
- Monitor market trends and stay updated on travel trade intelligence
- Drive KPI performance in-handling multiple client accounts
- Take the initiative to share innovative ideas and strategies with clients
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Sales & Training:
- Conduct sales calls, virtual webinars, and in-person training sessions
- Project manage and deliver client events, workshops and FAM trips
- Organize and host Family Article (FAM) trips in-destination on behalf of clients
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Campaign & Reporting:
- Negotiate and analyze co-op marketing proposals
- Manage end-to-end campaign delivery to post-campaign reporting
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Representation & Networking:
- Speak on behalf of destination clients at industry events
- Build and maintain a strong internal and external network within the sectors
Core Skills & Experience (Essential)
- Minimum 3–4 years of experience in a similar role (e.g., tourism marketing, travel PR, or destination management).
- Experience in key sectors: tour operators, airlines, travel agencies, or tourism boards.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present ideas clearly.
- Experience hosting events or FAM trips, as well as organising onsite visits.
- Hands-on experience with budget management and an eye for financial data.
- Professional Representatives Network within the UK & Ireland travel trade.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in fast-moving environments.
Plus Points:
- Professional background in agency work or DMO experience (especially with North American destinations).
- Expertise in UK & Irish outbound travel markets is highly advantageous.
- Some domestic and international travel required, including attendance at evening events.
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Industry-Leading Benefits
MMGY Global prides itself on creating a workplace that is as culturally diverse and enriching as the destinations we work with. Here’s what we offer:
- Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule – Decide how often you work onsite (London HQ or regional offices), with appointed days in the office to foster connection and creativity.
- 25 Days + Holiday Package – Annual leave to recharge, supplemented by 3 personal days and year-end holiday break.
- Private Benefits – Access to private medical, life protection, and income protection insurance.
- Pension Scheme – A 5% company contribution towards your pension.
- Workplace Wellbeing – Weekly fresh fruit delivery, a dog-friendly office, and scenic UK cycling routes via Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Travel Perks – Use our toys for work-from-anywhere perks such as corporate seasonal transport loans for public transit.
- A Culture That Cares – Our lively social calendar (group activities, team quizzes, wellness workshops, and running clubs) offers a great balance of social connection.
“We’re a travel-obsessed collective of 600+ people across the globe who are not just helping to shape traveler perspectives—we’re championing that inspiration should be for everyone and everywhere.”
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