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Business Development Manager

Yolk Recruitment
Posted a month ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS1 6WS, England

Salary

£45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Yolk Recruitment is seeking a Business Development Manager for a marketing company focused on the events and exhibitions industry.
  • The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of business development experience, with at least 2 years specifically in the exhibitions or events sector.
  • Key responsibilities include developing sales strategies, nurturing client relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.
  • The position offers a basic salary of £45k, which is negotiable based on experience, along with an uncapped monthly commission structure.
  • Additional benefits include a company car or car allowance.

Business Development Manager

Yolk Recruitment are working on behalf of a marketing company looking for a driven and strategic Business Development Manager to spearhead sales efforts within the events and exhibitions industry. This role is perfect for a results-oriented professional with a passion for building strong client relationships, driving revenue growth, and identifying new business opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have a business development, experience in the events or exhibitions sector, and a deep understanding of customised display solutions tailored to the needs of exhibitors and brands.

Key Responsibilities:


  • Sales Strategy & Execution:

    • Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to drive revenue growth.
    • Identify and target potential exhibitors, sponsors, and clients.
    • Work closely with marketing to create high-impact sales campaigns that attract premium exhibitors.
    • Build and nurture long-term relationships with exhibitors, sponsors, and key industry stakeholders.
    • Provide expert consultation to clients, ensuring customised solutions meet their business objectives.
    • Deliver exceptional service throughout the sales cycle, from first contact to post-event follow-up.
    • Proactively identify new revenue streams and opportunities within targeted industries.
    • Manage a robust sales pipeline, using CRM tools to track leads and sales performance.
    • Conduct outreach via email, phone, and in-person meetings to secure exhibitor commitments.

    Requirements

    • 5+ years of experience in business development or sales, with at least 2 years in exhibitions or events.
    • Proven success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
    • In-depth understanding of the exhibitions industry, market trends, and client needs.
    • Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
    • Self-motivated, with strong organizational and time management skills.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving demands.
    • Experience with CRM software and other sales tools.

    Benefits

    • Basic salary £45k (negotiable depending on experience)
    • Monthly commission structure, uncapped
    • Company car or car allowance

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    In order to submit this application, a TotalJobs account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all TotalJobs’ services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to TotalJobs’ Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to TotalJobs and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.