Client Account Manager

Client Account Manager

Kick off your exciting career in event security with Allied Universal Event Services, the go-to leader in crowd management and event staffing. Dive into the action at sports stadiums, concerts, festivals, and convention centers, and thrive on the energy of being where it all happens. Join a lively team that services thousands of venues each year, ensuring safety and fun for everyone. Enjoy the perks of flexible part-time work that fits your lifestyleideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking a dynamic job. We offer job opportunities in event staff, security, and operations. Join our welcoming, collaborative, and innovative team, and benefit from a range of perks depending on your role and hours. At Allied Universal, every day brings a new adventure. Ready to make your mark in the event industry? Join us and be part of the excitement!

Allied Universal Event Services is seeking a Client Account Manager. The Client Account Manager will be responsible for the strategic and tactical activities in leading an account in the professional sports and large-venue entertainment sector. This position requires a balance of operational leadership, client partnership, and financial acumen to ensure the successful execution and performance of event and venue operations. This position oversees day-to-day operations and event management at an assigned account. The Account Manager builds, improves, and maintains relationships with clients and employees, develops and retains staff, coordinates needed support services, and solves problems to effectively manage account operations. Using a strong understanding of event management principles, this position leads planning, execution, and closeout of events while maintaining compliance with all company policies and procedures. Must have security or crowd management experience working in professional sports, conventions, or large entertainment venues and stadiums. Salary range is $75,000 - $100,000. Relocation assistance offered.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Manage major venue operational areas involving crowd management, screening and processing of high-volume fan access, and managing fan-facing areas such as ticketing, ushering, and emergency response.
• Ensure client service expectations are met through effective operations planning, execution of policies and procedures, and management of staff and resources.
• Deliver high-quality customer service and a superior fan experience while ensuring safety, security, and operational excellence.
• Oversee the development and implementation of threat assessments, emergency plans, and security procedures that meet client, league, and ownership expectations.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure success in recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, training, staff performance, and risk management.
• Utilize and oversee event technologies such as magnetometers, command center systems, threat intelligence and situational awareness platforms, and drone-related applications.
• Demonstrate strong financial acumen, including P&L literacy, forecasting, budgeting, and cost-control analysis to drive business results and align performance with financial goals.
• Provide data-driven reporting and insights to internal leadership and clients to support continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Supervise day-to-day event operations and staffing at assigned client sites.
• Manage a team of event supervisors and staff, including hiring, scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and employees while ensuring quality service delivery.
• Coordinate support services to achieve or exceed financial and operational goals.
• Ensure all required reporting and contract compliance requirements are met.
• Communicate regularly with clients to review performance, resolve issues, and ensure satisfaction.
• Handle escalated security issues or emergency situations appropriately.
• Coordinate and / or conduct site-specific and client-required training in alignment with Allied Universal corporate standards.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and post orders to ensure preparedness for each event.
• Manage uniforms, equipment, and supplies for the assigned account, maintaining accurate inventories.
• Attend client meetings, security meetings, and event walk-throughs.
• Ensure all staff are properly briefed and debriefed for each event.
• Promote and enforce grooming, appearance, and conduct standards.
• Maintain ongoing communication with direct management regarding client issues, employee performance, guest concerns, and other operational matters.
• Create venue deployment maps, show grids, and related documentation for event execution.
• Complete and submit all required reports and incident documentation promptly and accurately.
• Facilitate timely invoicing of events and collaborate with the Finance Manager to ensure prompt payment and resolution of any billing issues.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Benefits

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship / association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.