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Senior Sales Manager

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Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Guildford, Surrey GU1 3HW, England

Salary

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The position is for an experienced sponsorship sales professional in the B2B events sector, focusing on driving growth within a high-profile environment.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of B2B sponsorship or exhibition sales experience, ideally in deal-making events.
  • The role involves winning new business through selling sponsorship and exhibition packages while engaging with C-suite and senior decision-makers.
  • The compensation includes a competitive salary with uncapped commission and performance bonuses, along with a hybrid working model.
  • Additional benefits include 25 days of holiday, team-building events, and a private pension scheme.

Are you an experienced sponsorship sales professional in the B2B events sector, looking to drive growth within a high-profile, deal-making environment?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team behind one of Europe's leading networking events. The role focuses on connecting brands with key industry players, helping to originate and accelerate business deals through face-to-face interactions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Win new business by selling sponsorship and exhibition packages, expanding a strong customer base.
  • Identify and engage potential sponsors aligned with the event’s target audience and value proposition.
  • Lead engaging sales conversations with C-suite and senior decision-makers, both in person and virtually.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless event execution and maximum ROI for sponsors.

Ideal Candidate

  • 2+ years of B2B sponsorship or exhibition sales experience, ideally within deal-making events.
  • A strong sales acumen with a track record of exceeding targets.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Confidence in leading face-to-face business development meetings and networking events.

Benefits & Rewards

  • Competitive salary with uncapped commission and additional performance bonuses.
  • Hybrid working model (two days in the office.
  • 25 days holiday plus additional closure days over Christmas.
  • Frequent team-building and networking events.
  • Private pension scheme.

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