Partnership Manager (Benelux)

Founded in 2001, Resident Advisor (RA) is one of the world's longest-running music media brands and a cornerstone of the dance, electronic and DJ ecosystem. The site's audience of over 6 million monthly users is drawn in by a combination of news, editorial, club listings and ticketing, RA-branded events at venues and festivals worldwide, original films and a weekly mix series that has run for 18 years. 

Purpose of the role:

This is an exciting opportunity to have an immediate impact by supporting our electronic music industry. The Partnership Manager is responsible for maintaining and growing relationships within their assigned region - Benelux- across an array of industry partners, including promoters, venue owners, festivals, labels, tech brands, and agencies. 

The focus of the role will be split between business development and partnership management across our whole product offering: event services, ticketing, media and advertising, technology, content, etc. The ideal candidate will be motivated by winning deals and delivering industry-leading levels of client service. 

Key responsibilities:

• Achieve advertising and ticket targets by winning new business in the Benelux regions.
• Day-to-day Partnership Management of your own set of clients (venues, promoters, festivals).
• Develop, build and maintain relationships with our partners across the electronic music industry.
• Work directly with the EU Partnerships Lead and Revenue team to establish and execute growth strategies in your region.
• Ensure the region’s most important and strategically valuable promoters/venues are signed up to use RA.
• Prepare and present client partnership pitches in person, on calls and over email.
• Showcase and share knowledge about full scope of new/existing RA products.
• Cross-department collaboration throughout the sales, onboarding and delivery process.
• Managing key clients on-sales, announcements and delivery of events. 
• Opportunity to travel to key cities for client meetings and industry events. 

We’re looking for:

• Fluent in English and Dutch essential, French would be an added bonus  
• 1-2 years of account management/sales experience
• Embedded within the Amsterdam and Brussels local scenes with existing network
• A passion and understanding of electronic music culture is fundamental
• Track record of effective communication, both personal and digital
• Outgoing personality who builds networks quickly
• Ability to win new business, bring on new partners and exceed targets
• An understanding of digital advertising would be advantageous

What we offer you:

• Generous annual leave policies, including a company-wide …