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Account Manager, Speaker Relations

AT WME | William Morris Endeavor
WME | William Morris Endeavor

Account Manager, Speaker Relations

New York, NY

Who We Are:

Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.

The Role and What You'll Do:

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The Harry Walker Agency, the World's Leading Speakers Agency, is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join our team. The Account Manager in our Speaker Relations department will be part of a dedicated team responsible for the day-to-day management of Speaking engagements, serving as the liaison between Speaker's office and hosting organizations. Account Manager is responsible for organizing and coordinating all logistical and travel details associated with the execution of the Speaker's appearance leading up to and at the time of the event.

This person in this position must be detail oriented, a proactive problem solver, and be a collaborative team player. This role will be handling multiple accounts and will need to manage work flow from multiple channels. This person will need to have excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, have a calm and professional demeanor and be willing to travel as requested.

  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with Speakers and their offices
  • Coordinate across departments [ex: sales, business affairs, accounting and marketing] to ensure Speaker and Host satisfaction, clear understanding of expectations, as well as accurate and timely billing of all travel expenses
  • Arrange and organize travel details for Speakers and staff coordinating with vendors, host organizations, and the Speakers' offices
  • Prepare thorough pre-event briefing materials and itineraries for Speaker's offices
  • Develop and follow project timelines from Speaker's acceptance of the engagement to event day, including all event related travel and logistics, marketing and promotions relating to the event
  • Ensure Speakers are taken care of from the moment they leave home to the moment they return and that the events run smoothly for both the Speaker and the host's perspective

You Have These:

  • A minimum of 3-5 years client-based servicing and/or events management experience. Specific disciplines could include event logistics, travel coordination, executive support for high level VIPs, and communications management.


  • Superior client relationship/service skills.


  • Ability to manage day-to-day relationships with clients, agency and vendors.


  • Experience with on-site event operations and logistics.


  • Experience with working with internal teams (accounting/business affairs) as well as other agency partners.


  • Strong ability to think strategically and creatively.


  • Ability to problem-solve independently and work collaboratively in groups.


  • Excellent time management, written and oral communication skills.


  • A positive, problem solving attitude and ability to respond to time-sensitive situations with ease.


  • Ability to travel as needed.

How we work:

Endeavor is at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is a largely relationship-based business. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, and build on relationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 days per week. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support.

Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the range shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

Hiring Range Minimum:
$62,250 annually

Hiring Range Maximum:
$83,000 annually

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: William_Morris_Endeavor-JR24409
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program