Sales Executive

Citywire; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global financial services firm is looking for an Events Sales Executive based in Frankfurt. The role involves representing the firm at industry events in Germany and the DACH region, focusing on developing sponsorship opportunities. Ideal candidates will have strong sales experience, fluency in German and English, and excellent relationship management skills. The position offers generous perks including 30 days of holiday and flexible working arrangements.

Leistungen

30 days of holiday

Flexible working arrangements

€540 annual allowance for well-being activities

Eye-test and glasses allowance

Germany public transport ticket

Qualifikationen

• Sales experience preferably in event sales, knowledge of asset management industry.
• Professional fluency in German and English.
• Strong sales motivation and excellent relationship management skills.

Aufgaben

• Present benefits of events to sponsors.
• Grow client base across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
• Actively seek new business opportunities and partnerships.

Kenntnisse

Sales experience

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Relationship management

Consultative sales

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technical proficiency in MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Sales Executive

Location : Based remotely in Frankfurt, with occasional travel to our Munich office.

Citywire is seeking a talented Events Sales Executive to join our dynamic sales team. In this exciting role, you will be based in Germany and will travel extensively across the German and DACH region, representing Citywire at industry-leading events and forging strong relationships with current and potential clients.

As our Events Sales Executive, you will play a vital role in expanding Citywire's events client base in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as well as strengthening relationships with current sponsors. This fast-paced sales role is ideal for candidates who thrive on building connections and exploring new opportunities.

You will focus on developing relationships and selling sponsorship opportunities for Citywire’s diverse events program. This includes engaging German asset management groups seeking to expand internationally through Citywire events, as well as local German sales teams from international groups developing their client base across major financial centers in Germany.

What you’ll be doing :

• Confidently present the benefits of Citywire events to new and existing sponsors.
• Grow Citywire’s events client base across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, ensuring a diverse range of asset managers and funds at our conferences.
• Actively seek new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and expand existing client accounts with established commercial partners.
• Work independently and as part of the team to meet and exceed revenue targets for specific events and markets.
• Maintain regular contact with event sponsors through meetings, calls, and emails.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the European asset management industry to enhance client conversations.
• Represent the Citywire sales team at European events, liaising directly with sponsor representatives.
• Collaborate closely with other sales team members and maintain a working knowledge of all Citywire products to facilitate client discussions.
• Maintain excellent relationships with teams from other Citywire departments, such as event management and audience development.

What we’re looking for :

• Industry Experience: Sales experience, preferably in event sales, with knowledge of the asset management industry or a willingness to learn.
• Language Skills: Professional fluency in German and English.
• Sales Drive: Strong sales motivation and excellent relationship management skills.
• Consultative Selling: Experience in consultative sales and account management.
• Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, both client-facing and internal.
• Flexibility: Ability to travel frequently and work outside regular hours.
• Proactive Mindset: Self-starter with a strong work ethic and drive to succeed, comfortable working remotely.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and excellent presentation skills.
• Time Management: Exceptional ability to manage time and work under pressure.
• Adaptability: Flexible attitude and capacity to adapt to changing business needs.
• Positive Attitude: Optimistic, resilient, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Confidence: Ability to pitch ideas and concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and social media platforms for business purposes.

Meet Citywire

We cover and connect all facets of the $100 trillion global asset management industry through our news, events, and insights.

At Citywire, we foster a culture rooted in honesty, integrity, and fairness, where every voice is valued and heard. Our culture encourages constructive dialogue and global collaboration.

Join the team at the Heart of Wealth.

Our perks :

• Generous holiday entitlement: 30 days per year plus public holidays.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• €540 annual allowance for well-being activities or gym memberships, with support for monthly or yearly costs.
• Eye-test and glasses allowance.
• Deutschlandticket (public transport ticket).

Citywire is an equal opportunity employer.