Senior Buyer Relations Manager, Private Luxury Events
| Posting date: | 20 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 December 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Web Recruit Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PLE2025.05 |
Summary
Senior Buyer Relations Manager, Private Luxury Events
Central London, Borough (Hybrid)
Our Story
Worldwide Events is the parent company behind two highly successful event brands: M&I and Private Luxury Events, each serving distinct sectors of the global travel and events industry.
We bring people together and facilitate strong relationships, connecting people on a human level first, business second. We call this H2H connection, and it is at the heart of everything we do.
At Private Luxury Events, we're not just creating events — we create moments that connect, inspire, and redefine luxury travel. As pioneers in crafting extraordinary experiences, we've been uniting leaders and trend-setters in the travel and events industry for over 20 years in unforgettable destinations around the world. Our experiences are where innovation meets authenticity, and where the next generation of luxury travel connections begins.
We’re unveiling something extraordinary: a major new event designed for a new generation of travel leaders. More than an event, it’s a movement redefining how innovation, experience, and connection come together in the global travel space. To make this ambitious vision a reality, we're assembling a team of innovators and creative disruptors who are ready to make a monumental impact. If you're a driven professional with a passion for pioneering new frontiers and building something extraordinary from the ground up, this is your opportunity to join a team that's set to revolutionise the industry.
The Role
This role is focused on driving buyer recruitment and engagement within a defined global region, while managing and supporting the Buyer Relations team members assigned to that region.
You’ll expand and nurture our high-calibre buyer community across PLE’s world-class event brands — Ultra, Private Luxury, TFest, Amour, and our new flagship luxury event. You will also oversee recruitment performance, coach team members, and ensure exceptional quality and relevance of buyers across all events.
Furthermore, you will work closely with the Head of Buyer Relations on wider strategic initiatives, contributing insight, innovation, and regional intelligence to the evolution of PLE’s global buyer strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Buyer Recruitment & Engagement
- Lead buyer recruitment efforts within your assigned region across Ultra, Private Luxury, TFest, Amour, and the new flagship event.
- Identify, approach, and secure senior-level travel advisors and decision-makers aligned with PLE’s quality standards.
- Deliver on monthly and annual recruitment targets for your region.
Regional Team Leadership
- Manage and support Buyer Relations Managers and Executives.
- Provide regular coaching, pipeline reviews, performance feedback, and skills development.
- Set clear expectations for recruitment targets, activity levels, and buyer quality.
- Ensure your team adopts best practices in communication, engagement, and client service.
- Foster a high-performance culture and encourage collaboration.
Relationship Development
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key buyers.
- Act as the senior contact for high-value buyers, ensuring their expectations are met.
- Work cross-functionally to ensure consistency and alignment in buyer engagement.
Strategic Contribution
- Provide regional insights and intelligence to support the Head of Buyer Relations in shaping global recruitment strategies.
- Identify emerging markets, trends, and opportunities.
- Participate in planning and development for the new event concept.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee the full recruitment journey for your region.
- Ensure your team maintains high standards of data accuracy and CRM management.
- Support event preparation, logistics, and on-site delivery for buyers.
Global Representation
- Represent PLE at trade shows, networking events, and hosted buyer programmes.
- Act as a regional ambassador for PLE’s values — innovation, authenticity, and excellence.
- Strengthen brand awareness and visibility through high-level relationship building.
Requirements
You will bring:
- Proven expertise in luxury travel, hospitality, events, or a related sector.
- Demonstrated ability in managing or leading team members, ideally within a target-driven or relationship-led environment.
- Proven success in buyer recruitment, partner management, or commercial relationship-building.
- A strong network of senior travel advisors and luxury industry decision-makers within your region.
- A consistent track record of achieving or exceeding sales or recruitment targets.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness, essential for global luxury markets.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confidence in representing PLE at international events and trade shows.
- A passion for luxury travel, innovation, and high-end experiences.
Benefits
Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of global luxury travel. You’ll find more than a job – an opportunity to make a lasting impact. As an employee with PLE, you will benefit from:
- £67,000 OTE (£42k Basic + £25k Commission).
- 36 days’ paid holiday (including bank holidays), with additional days awarded.
- Bupa private health insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Extended maternity leave and enhanced paternity leave.
- Opportunities to travel the world, providing support at events.
- 4 pm Friday finish.
How to Apply
We review every application with care and attention. If you're excited to contribute to our mission, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To ensure your experience and perspective are considered, we encourage you to apply early.
Central London, Borough (Hybrid)
Our Story
Worldwide Events is the parent company behind two highly successful event brands: M&I and Private Luxury Events, each serving distinct sectors of the global travel and events industry.
We bring people together and facilitate strong relationships, connecting people on a human level first, business second. We call this H2H connection, and it is at the heart of everything we do.
At Private Luxury Events, we're not just creating events — we create moments that connect, inspire, and redefine luxury travel. As pioneers in crafting extraordinary experiences, we've been uniting leaders and trend-setters in the travel and events industry for over 20 years in unforgettable destinations around the world. Our experiences are where innovation meets authenticity, and where the next generation of luxury travel connections begins.
We’re unveiling something extraordinary: a major new event designed for a new generation of travel leaders. More than an event, it’s a movement redefining how innovation, experience, and connection come together in the global travel space. To make this ambitious vision a reality, we're assembling a team of innovators and creative disruptors who are ready to make a monumental impact. If you're a driven professional with a passion for pioneering new frontiers and building something extraordinary from the ground up, this is your opportunity to join a team that's set to revolutionise the industry.
The Role
This role is focused on driving buyer recruitment and engagement within a defined global region, while managing and supporting the Buyer Relations team members assigned to that region.
You’ll expand and nurture our high-calibre buyer community across PLE’s world-class event brands — Ultra, Private Luxury, TFest, Amour, and our new flagship luxury event. You will also oversee recruitment performance, coach team members, and ensure exceptional quality and relevance of buyers across all events.
Furthermore, you will work closely with the Head of Buyer Relations on wider strategic initiatives, contributing insight, innovation, and regional intelligence to the evolution of PLE’s global buyer strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Buyer Recruitment & Engagement
- Lead buyer recruitment efforts within your assigned region across Ultra, Private Luxury, TFest, Amour, and the new flagship event.
- Identify, approach, and secure senior-level travel advisors and decision-makers aligned with PLE’s quality standards.
- Deliver on monthly and annual recruitment targets for your region.
Regional Team Leadership
- Manage and support Buyer Relations Managers and Executives.
- Provide regular coaching, pipeline reviews, performance feedback, and skills development.
- Set clear expectations for recruitment targets, activity levels, and buyer quality.
- Ensure your team adopts best practices in communication, engagement, and client service.
- Foster a high-performance culture and encourage collaboration.
Relationship Development
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key buyers.
- Act as the senior contact for high-value buyers, ensuring their expectations are met.
- Work cross-functionally to ensure consistency and alignment in buyer engagement.
Strategic Contribution
- Provide regional insights and intelligence to support the Head of Buyer Relations in shaping global recruitment strategies.
- Identify emerging markets, trends, and opportunities.
- Participate in planning and development for the new event concept.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee the full recruitment journey for your region.
- Ensure your team maintains high standards of data accuracy and CRM management.
- Support event preparation, logistics, and on-site delivery for buyers.
Global Representation
- Represent PLE at trade shows, networking events, and hosted buyer programmes.
- Act as a regional ambassador for PLE’s values — innovation, authenticity, and excellence.
- Strengthen brand awareness and visibility through high-level relationship building.
Requirements
You will bring:
- Proven expertise in luxury travel, hospitality, events, or a related sector.
- Demonstrated ability in managing or leading team members, ideally within a target-driven or relationship-led environment.
- Proven success in buyer recruitment, partner management, or commercial relationship-building.
- A strong network of senior travel advisors and luxury industry decision-makers within your region.
- A consistent track record of achieving or exceeding sales or recruitment targets.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness, essential for global luxury markets.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confidence in representing PLE at international events and trade shows.
- A passion for luxury travel, innovation, and high-end experiences.
Benefits
Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of global luxury travel. You’ll find more than a job – an opportunity to make a lasting impact. As an employee with PLE, you will benefit from:
- £67,000 OTE (£42k Basic + £25k Commission).
- 36 days’ paid holiday (including bank holidays), with additional days awarded.
- Bupa private health insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Extended maternity leave and enhanced paternity leave.
- Opportunities to travel the world, providing support at events.
- 4 pm Friday finish.
How to Apply
We review every application with care and attention. If you're excited to contribute to our mission, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To ensure your experience and perspective are considered, we encourage you to apply early.