Account Manager - Design Event

Handle Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Account Manager in the vibrant design sector! This exciting role involves driving sales for a groundbreaking new event in Shoreditch, where creativity thrives. You'll build strong client relationships, exceed revenue targets, and collaborate with talented teams to shape the event's success. With uncapped earning potential and opportunities for career growth, this is your chance to make a mark in the design industry. If you're ready to be part of something bold and inspiring, apply now and help launch the next big name in design!

Benefits

Uncapped Earning Potential

Career Development Opportunities

Recognition and Reward

Collaborative Working Environment

Dynamic Work Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in media sales, exhibitions, or sponsorship packages.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Talent for business development and client management.

Responsibilities

• Achieve weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets.
• Develop and manage a high-quality client base.
• Collaborate with operations, marketing, and content teams.

Skills

Media Sales

Exhibitions

Sponsorship Packages

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Commercial Awareness

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Teamwork

Tools

CRM Systems

Job description

Job Opportunity: Account Manager - New Design Sector Launch
Location: Loughton, Essex (Full-time, with occasional travel to Shoreditch and other events)
Type: Permanent | Full-time
Salary: £35 - £40k plus commission

About the Brand
This is your chance to be part of an exciting new launch in the design sector, set in the heart of Shoreditch - one of London's most creative neighbourhoods. Backed by a team with over 20 years' experience delivering world-class design events across the globe, this multi-venue experience is poised to become a must-attend for the design community.

The Role
We're looking for a revenue driven Account Manager to join the impressive team full-time in their Loughton office. You'll be instrumental in driving exhibitor and sponsorship sales for this ground-breaking new event. Reporting to the Divisional Director, you'll work to exceed revenue targets, build strong client relationships, and help shape the long-term success of the launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets

• Develop, grow, and manage a high-quality client base

• Ensure a strong exhibitor mix and strategic stand placement

• Attend relevant events to represent the brand professionally

• Collaborate with operations, marketing, and content teams

• Provide creative input into show design, features, and promotions

• Keep CRM and admin systems up to date and accurate

• Support colleagues across the wider events portfolio when needed

What You'll Need

• Experience in media sales, exhibitions, or sponsorship packages

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• A talent for business development and client management

• Commercial awareness and an entrepreneurial mindset

• Positive, proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and in a team

What's in It for You

• Uncapped earning potential

• The chance to work on one of the design industry's most exciting new events

• Career development and personal growth opportunities

• Recognition and reward for your hard work

• A collaborative, creative, and dynamic working environment

Ready to be part of something bold and inspiring?
Apply now and play a key role in launching the next big name in design.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.