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Position: B2B Corporate Sales Executive
Description: The Company World Trade Group (WTG) is an organizer of top level conferences and business events. We provide delegates with sustainable competitive advantage through the provision of cutting edge information and innovative solutions. Every year, our annual conferences host over 5000 powerful decision makers from the world's leading corporations, governments and NGOs. We work with fortune 1000 companies and companies who provide services and solutions to them. Some of our clients include: Wal-Mart, Shell, Exxon Mobil, Pfizer, Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Oracle, SAP
We are seeking outgoing, bright, articulate and career-focused university graduates who wish to be fast-tracked into high end B2B Corporate Sales Executive positions with extremely high earning potential. WTG offers: - A realistic earning potential of $70K-$100K +(uncapped commission + base salary).
- Your sales can be closed for you by your manager until you are autonomous, helping you earnhigher commissions.
- A 'promotion from within' policy
- A prime downtown Toronto location at Yonge &Queen (2 paces from the Queen Subway and theEaton Center.)
- A full 4-week new starter training program
- Advanced sales training programs and a 26-session internal management training program aimed at fast tracking the careers of talented individuals
- A dynamic, friendly, fun and performance-based environment where the sky is the limit
Your role will be to: Focus on one industry sector and become a specialist in it Research key companies in the sector and prepare quality leads Identify the key decision makers in those companies Present the WTG product using the professional tools we provide Understand the potential client's product offering Learn the art of professional sales presentations Match the client's needs with the WTG product Work in a team of 5-6 sales people and to achieve targets Benefit from our sales training program, as well as product-specific training Become a professional consultant in the sector Prepare yourself for a promotion into an Inside Sales Management role If you think you have what it takes to persuade the world's top players in business, send an email with your resume to careers.toronto@wtgevents.com
Date: 25/01/2010
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Position: Audio Visual Producer
Description: Audio Visual Producer Job Role Working within a friendly Design team, and in particular with the Audio Visual Producer and the Art Director, you will assist in converting captured video content from events, noting in and out points and exporting to flv format. You will also aid in capturing footage from tape into Adobe Premiere. Occasionally, small amounts of sound editing will be required using Adobe Soundbooth. It's likely that you will also aid in shooting interviews, which will involve helping to set up lights, sorting out sound and camera placement. Essential Skills/Knowledge - Previous experience of editing using Premiere/Final Cut.
- Knowledge of video export/encoding settings.
- Ability to capture footage from tape using Premiere.
- Ability to deal with several different tasks at once and be able to organise them both in priority, and for easy access on a computer.
- Ability to work to own initiative (at an event).
Desirable Skills/Knowledge - Some knowledge of sound editing.
- Knowledge of FTP programs and uploading content to the internet.
- Some ability with technical equipment e.g. problem solving connections, setting up a computer > camera connection.
Start Date: Immediate To apply for this position, please send you CV to Samantha Hudson at careers@wtgevents.com
Date: 05/02/2010
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Position: Database List Researcher
Description: London Office Working as a Database List Researcher, you would aid the marketing department by generating key contacts for event-specific marketing and sales campaigns. The role involves obtaining and expanding contact details for potential clients, and verifying the contact information of existing clients via telephone qualification. The ideal candidate will have a good telephone manner, a keen eye for detail and be a fast learner. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential, and a second or third language is beneficial. Main Duties and Responsibilities: - Contacting prospect clients by telephone to collect and confirm full contact details based on own research or lists provided by marketing.
- Questioning prospects via telephone to ascertain their relevance to our events.
- Ensuring all data and contact details collected are entered as briefed into correct fields on Excel spreadsheets.
Skills required: - Excellent communication skills and telephone manner
- Ability to gain confidence and product knowledge when discussing the event topic
- A proven track record in data research would be advantageous
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to meet targets and work to deadlines
- Able to work in a team as well as taking initiative individually
Please note that although this position is offered on a full-time basis, hours are flexible and an hourly rate is applicable (plus paid holiday entitlement). To apply, please forward your CV to careers@wtgevents.com
Date: 10/02/2010
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Position: Delegate & Sponsorship Sales Executives
Description: The Company World Trade Group (WTG) is looking for ambitious and articulate individuals who can demonstrate a passion and commitment for business and sales.
WTG is a top tier corporate events company that organises world class conferences and business summits internationally - we create more than 20 business events annually that deliver genuine value and business opportunities to our clients. The Role Working as a Sales executive, you will be: - Focusing on one industry sector to become an expert in that field.
- Research key companies in the sector and preparing quality leads.
- Identifying key decision makers in companies.
- Presenting the WTG product using the professional tools we provide.
- Understand the potential client's product offering.
- Learning the art of professional sales presentations.
- Matching the client's needs with the WTG product.
- Working in a team of 4-8 sales people to achieve targets.
- Continuing to develop and learn from both formal training and on-the-job coaching from your manager.
Person Specification We need you to be: Somebody who gets results A positive influencer Adaptable A team player Self aware and willing to learn An effective communicator Career Progression Our philosophy is to invest heavily in our staff. We only develop managers from inside the company and we require our managers to perform in the WTG style which includes nurturing and training our staff, and assisting them to close business until they are autonomous. We value training and utilise external professional training courses in non-sales related areas such as developing management skills or leadership. WTG aims to bring the same promise to everyone who works with us - the opportunity for individuals to advance their skills and develop successful and fulfilling careers. Application To become our next top performing sales executive please call 0207 202 7568 to speak to our recruitment team, or email your CV to careers@wtgevents.com
Date: 15/02/2010
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Position: Digital Designer
Description: Digital Designer We now have an opportunity for a talented and forward thinking Digital Designer to join the successful Web and Design team. Job Role This role requires an individual who has a strong understanding of all aspects of new media. The role includes, but is not limited to: - Encoding technologies
- Streaming technologies (in particular live streaming servers)
- Video and audio for the web
- Blogging platforms
- Open source CMS solutions
- Flash solutions
- Flex solutions
- Social networking platforms
- Web 2.0 understanding
- Current trends in JavaScript implementations
- Be constantly up-to-date with latest techniques
Person Specification To be successful in this role, you must have an impressive working knowledge of the following applications as a MINIMUM: - Photoshop
- Flash
- Dreamweaver
We also require you to: - have a good understanding in UI design and theories
- have good conceptual skills, being able to take an idea or a brief and implement it using the latest technologies and proven frameworks
- be a good communicator of ideas, fluent in English.
- be passionate, dynamic and innovative
- have worked agency-side and be used to working on multiple projects in a highly creative, but deadline-driven environment.
Above all must be loyal and dedicated, enthusiastic about the internet and all of the technologies surrounding it. You must possess a strong work ethic. Start Time: Immediate For your application to be considered we request a cover letter which displays your passion for digital design and includes examples of websites you feel are ahead of the current web 2.0 curve. We also request a portfolio of your best work. To apply for this position, please send you CV to Samantha Hudson at careers@wtgevents.com
Date: 15/02/2010
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Position: Graphic Designer
Description: World Trade Group is looking for a talented and industry experienced Graphic Designer to join our busy and dynamic team in downtown Toronto. The Graphics Designer is responsible for executing a wide range of creative design projects, including exhibition signage, publication layout, branding, graphics, web design, marketing collateral, and Flash animation projects. The incumbent thrives on creative business challenges and has the ability to switch quickly between several projects driving them from start to completion. The role will involve:
- Creating and designing exhibition print material such as show guides and signage.
- Maintaining an organized work environment while working on a variety of print and web projects deliverable to multiple teams within the company.
- Working with the marketing department to create compelling marketing collateral including direct mail, advertising and email blasts.
- Coordinating with printers to meet their requirements and deadlines.
- Assisting sales department in creating expert proposals.
Candidates should have: - Minimum of 3-4 years design-related education.
- Minimum 3-5 years design experience gained either within a design firm, advertising agency or in-house marketing department.
- Proven design experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Flash, CSS.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Expert knowledge of user interface design principles and best practices.
- Knowledge of Web design and/or multi-media tools.
- Ability to multi-task and deliver on a variety of projects simultaneously.
- Ability to function in a fast paced environment as part of multiple teams.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- Motivation, organizational skills and efficiency.
This is an immediate and exciting opportunity for a Graphics Designer to join a rapidly growing organization. Salary will be negotiated based on experience. To start your new career as a Graphics Designer, send your resume and cover letter to careers.toronto@wtgevents.com or call 416-214-3400 World Trade Group would like to thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date: 17/02/2010
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Position: Business Analyst
Description: World Trade Group is looking for a talented and industry experienced Business Analyst to join our busy and dynamic team in downtown Toronto. The Business Analyst is responsible for executing a wide range of financial analyses and reporting. The incumbent has a keen eye for detail but keeps a broad view of the business in their dealings with executives and sales managers. This is a part-time position, typically 2 days per week and 4 days once a month during the management accounting cycle, although some flexibility may be required. The role will involve: - Creating, implementing and monitoring processes and procedures around the creation of monthly forecasts
- Preparing periodic financial analysis, including budgets, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries
- Preparing financial analysis for informing key strategic decisions and formulating business strategies
- Advising on the financial implications and consequences of business decisions
- Conducting analysis for pricing on core products and proposals
- assisting in the preparation of analysis for improving business performance
- Interpreting and communicating financial data to non-financial managers, for example:
- o Weekly analysis of core sales performance including run rate analysis, sales yields performance, under performance flagging
- o Event costs analysis against budget/forecast
- o Sales commissions reviews and analysis
- o Deal discounting analysis
- Liaising with other function managers to put the finance view in context;
- Monitoring and evaluating financial information systems;
- Managing liaison and preparation of key performance reports for central group
- Conducting analysis of Foreign Exchange (FX) movements and input into possible FX hedging strategies and risk reduction initiatives
The ideal candidate is someone who may be seeking a part-time role to balance their work/life. The role will report directly to the CEO and will work closely with the Group Financial Controller based in London, UK. Candidates should have: - A bachelor's degree with a major in financial analysis.
- Financial & business analysis experience preferably gained either within a sales business or small (150+ employees) international organization.
- Accounting designation (CMA, CGA)
- Superior functional knowledge of Excel and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Access).
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with flexibility to adjust priorities as needed.
- Operates well within a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
This is an immediate and exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst to join a rapidly growing organization. Salary will be negotiated based on experience. Send your resume and cover letter to careers.toronto@wtgevents.com or call 416-214-3400 World Trade Group would like to thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date: 04/03/2010
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