Full-Time

Account Manager

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SeatGeek

SeatGeek

501-1,000 employees

Event ticket search engine and platform

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Mid

Manchester, UK

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 3-5 years in a client-facing, strategic Account Management or Sales focused role
  • A combination of being comfortable in a client-facing role, but also analytical enough to crunch the numbers
  • An interest in finding creative ways to increase revenue and improve the live experience, even if it means reimagining how things were done in the past.
  • Sports exposure is a plus
  • History of success in project or account management role
  • Experience creating and delivering client presentations
  • Ability to operate in a cross-functional environment
  • Excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with data visualization, CRM (e.g. Salesforce), and productivity software (e.g. Google Slides, Sheets)
  • Passion for the business of live events with a specific interest in sports
Responsibilities
  • Lead contact on a portfolio of high-profile accounts, focused on developing and maintaining strong, healthy and long-lasting relationships and having a detailed knowledge of the client’s business
  • Lead renewal negotiations working with the Director of Account Management on renewal close plans
  • Be entrepreneurial: drive upsells by highlighting new product offerings through a consultative approach, spot gaps in the client product stack and in the market overall
  • Hold responsibility for development and maintenance of client success plan and monitoring business KPIs for each client; alongside communication and progress tracking with all internal and external stakeholders
  • Execute regular remote and in-person touch point meetings
  • Operate as the voice of the customer internally by collaborating with other SeatGeek Enterprise business leaders/business units in Client Services, Product, Engineering and- to consistently deliver incredible client experience and business outcomes
  • Partner with the Sales, Partnerships and Marketing teams to produce materials that highlight client successes and create positive referrals
  • Proactively recognize potential problems and opportunities, conduct analysis, and present findings and ideas cogently to internal and external stakeholders
  • Serve as an expert about the ticketing/software industry and share best practices amongst clients

SeatGeek operates as a major event ticket search engine, allowing users to search for, compare, and purchase tickets for a wide range of events, including concerts, theater performances, comedy shows, and sports events. The platform aggregates ticket listings from various sellers, enabling users to easily compare prices and seating options to find the best deals. This user-friendly interface sets SeatGeek apart from its competitors in the ticketing market. The company earns revenue primarily through commissions on ticket sales, as well as through advertising and partnerships with event organizers and venues. SeatGeek aims to simplify the ticket-buying process for consumers while helping event organizers reach a larger audience.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$392.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

19%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The potential IPO in 2024 could significantly boost SeatGeek's market presence and financial resources.
  • Renewed and extended partnerships with major sports teams like Aston Villa and Minnesota United FC highlight SeatGeek's strong industry relationships.
  • The introduction of new tools for ticket reselling, such as AI-powered Smart Pricing, demonstrates SeatGeek's commitment to innovation and user satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive ticketing market, with major players like StubHub also planning IPOs, could pressure SeatGeek's market share and profitability.
  • Dependence on commissions from ticket sales means revenue is closely tied to event attendance, which can be unpredictable.

What makes SeatGeek unique

  • SeatGeek's aggregation model allows users to compare prices and seating options from various sellers, ensuring the best deals, unlike many competitors who offer limited comparisons.
  • The platform's user-friendly interface and interactive seat maps enhance the ticket-buying experience, setting it apart from more cumbersome alternatives.
  • SeatGeek's personalized event recommendations and value-added services drive user engagement and repeat business, distinguishing it from competitors who offer a more transactional experience.

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Benefits

Health insurance coverage

paid time off

Matching 401k program

Parental leave

Monthly ticket-purchase stipend for live events

Paid for subscriptions to services like One Medical, Ginger.io and Headspace

Team events

Flexible work environment - work remote or in the office as you please

Home office stipend