Event Sales Manager

The Connex Group - HRConnex | EventsConnex | BizConnex |; Sharjah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Connex Group, based in Sharjah, seeks an Event Sales Manager for EventsConnex. This on-site role focuses on driving event revenue, managing client relationships, and delivering tailored proposals for corporate and private clients.

You will collaborate with operations, planning, and hospitality teams to ensure flawless event execution from concept to completion. Candidates should have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and strong event-management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Strong event-focused skills, including Event Planning and Event Management.
• Proven Sales experience with ability to prospect, pitch, negotiate, and close event-related business.
• Excellent communication skills and professional client-facing communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive event-related revenue and build strong client relationships for EventsConnex.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities and develop tailored event proposals for corporate and private clients.
• Collaborate with operations, logistics and hospitality teams to ensure seamless event delivery from concept to post-event follow-up.

Skills

Event Planning

Event Management

Sales Experience

Client Relationships

Communication

Multi-project Management

On-site Presence

CRM Tools

MS Office

Reporting & Pipeline

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s in Business/Marketing/Hospitality

Tools

CRM tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

The Connex Group (HRConnex | EventsConnex | BizConnex | Wasta Cafe) is a diversified business group focused on creating meaningful connections that help people and organizations grow and succeed. Through HRConnex, the group delivers recruitment, staffing, executive search, and workforce solutions, while EventsConnex specializes in event staffing, management, hospitality, security, and on-ground operations. BizConnex provides business setup, licensing, visa support, and corporate services, and Wasta Cafe offers a modern dining experience that brings people together. Guided by values of professionalism, reliability, integrity, and delivering real value, The Connex Group aims to be one of the region’s most trusted partners for connecting people, businesses, and opportunities.

Role Description

The Event Sales Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Sharjah, responsible for driving event-related revenue and building strong client relationships for EventsConnex. This role involves identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, managing inbound inquiries, and developing tailored event proposals and packages for corporate and private clients. The Event Sales Manager collaborates closely with the event planning and operations teams to ensure smooth delivery of events, from initial concept through execution and post-event follow-up. Daily tasks include conducting sales presentations, negotiating contracts, maintaining accurate pipeline and sales reports, and providing high-quality client service to encourage repeat business and referrals. The role also requires staying informed about market trends, competitor offerings, and client needs to support continuous improvement in event products and sales strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong event-focused skills, including Event Planning, Event Management, and experience with Private Events.
• Proven Sales experience, with the ability to prospect, pitch, negotiate, and close event-related business.
• Excellent Communication skills, including confident client-facing communication and professional written correspondence.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (operations, logistics, hospitality) to deliver seamless event experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working on-site in Sharjah and meeting clients in person as needed.
• Previous experience in event sales, hospitality, or related fields is highly beneficial.
• Relevant diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, MS Office, and basic reporting of sales performance and pipeline.