Event Sales Specialist

UV Events; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UV Events in Dubai seeks an Event Sales Specialist to generate and manage sales opportunities from inquiry to contract close. You will work on-site with clients, coordinate with operations for accurate scoping of décor, AV, logistics, and timelines, and maintain CRM records.

The role emphasizes building long-term client relationships, representing UV Events at industry events, and driving revenue growth through proactive prospecting and effective negotiations.

Qualifications

• Experience in event sales or business development in events, hospitality, or related industries is highly beneficial.
• Strong Customer Service and Communication skills to manage client expectations and proposals.
• Proven sales skills: lead generation, negotiation, closing deals, and revenue targets.
• Experience using CRM or sales tracking tools to maintain records and follow up with prospects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify leads and present proposals and quotations.
• Meet with clients and conduct venue walkthroughs to scope requirements.
• Negotiate terms aligned with client needs and company standards.
• Collaborate with event management and production teams to ensure accurate scoping and timelines.

Skills

Event management

Client facing

Sales & negotiation

CRM proficiency

Time management

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Company Description

UV Events is a leading event management company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializing in luxury weddings, corporate events, and high-end private celebrations. With over 15 years of experience, the company offers end-to-end event planning, including concept development, venue sourcing, décor, entertainment, logistics, and full-scale production. UV Events also provides premium audio-visual rental services such as sound systems, LED screens, lighting, staging, and technical production for events of all sizes. Backed by a multidisciplinary team of planners, designers, and production specialists, the company focuses on strategic planning, creative design, and flawless execution. UV Events is committed to delivering customized, stress-free events that engage audiences and leave a lasting impression.

Role Description

The Event Sales Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is responsible for generating and managing event sales opportunities, from initial inquiry through contract closing and handover to the operations team. Day-to-day tasks include identifying and qualifying leads, conducting client meetings and venue walkthroughs, preparing proposals and quotations, and negotiating terms that align with client needs and company standards. The Event Sales Specialist collaborates closely with the event management and production teams to ensure accurate scoping of requirements, including décor, AV, logistics, and timelines. The role also involves maintaining CRM records, following up on prospects, building long-term client relationships, and representing UV Events at industry events, networking functions, and site visits to drive brand visibility and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Event-focused skills: Candidates should possess strong Event Management and Event Planning skills, with experience overseeing full event lifecycles from initial concept to post-event follow-up.
• Client-facing skills: Candidates should possess excellent Customer Service and Communication skills to manage client expectations, present proposals clearly, and build lasting relationships.
• Commercial skills: Candidates should possess proven Sales skills, including lead generation, negotiation, closing deals, and achieving or exceeding revenue targets.
• Additional preferred skills: Strong organizational and time-management abilities, attention to detail, proficiency with CRM or sales tracking tools, and comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Qualifications and experience: Prior experience in event sales or business development in events, hospitality, or related industries is highly beneficial; fluency …