B2B Sales Executive - Exhibitions

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Sales Executive to drive revenue and manage client relationships in the automotive industry. The successful candidate will have at least 12 months of outbound B2B sales experience, strong communication skills, and a keen interest in the automotive market. This role offers a competitive salary of £30-35k base plus commission and various professional benefits.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Ongoing professional training

Quarterly personal development reviews

Collaborative work culture

Opportunities to attend industry events

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of outbound B2B sales experience required.
• Confident in phone-based selling and meeting sales targets.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through existing contacts and proactive new business development.
• Maintain accurate records and manage leads in the CRM system.
• Represent the business at events in the UK and abroad.

Skills

Outbound B2B sales experience

Building relationships

Clear communication

Organised with attention to detail

Eager to learn about automotive industry

Job description

Overview

• Work for one of the world's largest trade show organisers
• You have at least 12 months outbound B2B sales experience

About Our Client

Our client is one of the world's leading and most respected organisers of trade-shows and exhibitions, specifically in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

As a Sales Executive, you will have the following key responsibilities:

• Drive revenue through existing contacts and proactive new business development
• Maintain accurate records and manage leads in the CRM system
• Research and identify new prospects through industry publications, online sources, and events
• Represent the business at events in the UK and abroad
• Ensure clients receive a professional and seamless experience

Qualifications

A successful Sales Executive should be:

• Confident in phone-based selling and hitting sales targets
• Skilled at building relationships and identifying client needs
• Clear and persuasive communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail (CRM experience is a plus)
• Eager to learn about the automotive industry and its market dynamics

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of £30-35k base + commission
• Private health insurance & pension scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Quarterly personal development reviews
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Regular opportunities to attend industry events