Build your own business within the world’s largest venue sourcing network, HelmsBriscoe.
We’re looking for experienced events and hospitality professionals or those with sales experience in a service industry, ready to step away from traditional roles and create something more flexible, backed by global support.
Job Title: Associate – Global Accounts Manager
Company: HelmsBriscoe
Location: Northern UK (Remote / Flexible)
Job Type: Self-Employed / 100% Commission-Based
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please apply via LinkedIn or connect directly on LinkedIn
Role Overview
HelmsBriscoe is expanding its Northern UK presence and is seeking experienced professionals from the meetings, events, or hospitality industry to join as self-employed Associates.
This opportunity is suited to individuals looking to build and run their own business, supported by a globally recognised brand, established industry relationships, and a highly collaborative network.
Associates manage venue sourcing projects for clients, from initial brief through to contract confirmation, delivering expert guidance and commercial value throughout.
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Key Responsibilities
• Manage venue sourcing enquiries for meetings, conferences and events
• Build, develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Proactively generate and grow your own client base and pipeline
• Negotiate rates, terms and contracts with hotels and venues globally
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously to deadline
• Collaborate with HelmsBriscoe colleagues and industry partners
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Business Development Requirement
This role requires a proactive approach to new business development.
Associates are responsible for:
• Identifying and securing new clients
• Building long-term relationships
• Developing a consistent pipeline of opportunities
Clients are not provided — success is driven by your ability to create and grow your own portfolio, with full support, training and mentoring available.
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Candidate Profile
• Proven experience within meetings, events or hospitality
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Commercially aware and client-focused
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Able to work independently in a remote environment
• Driven to build a sustainable and scalable business
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What HelmsBriscoe Offers
• Industry-leading commission structure
• Comprehensive onboarding, training and ongoing support
• Access to global systems, supplier relationships and buying power
• A collaborative and well-established international network
• Full flexibility to design your own working schedule and environment
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Important Information
• This is a self-employed position and does not include a base salary
• Income is generated through commission on confirmed business
• Success requires consistency, self-direction and a proactive approach to client acquisition
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Application Process
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please apply via LinkedIn or connect directly on LinkedIn
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