Business Development Manager

Pioneering People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in Shoreditch is seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive exhibitor sales for the European Pizza Show. This role offers a competitive base salary of up to £45K plus uncapped commission, ideal for someone with proven experience in exhibition sales. Candidates should be confident communicators, highly organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Strong negotiation skills and a track record of exceeding sales targets are essential. This is an exceptional opportunity for career progression within a dynamic and ambitious team.

Benefits

Competitive salary with uncapped commission

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, especially in exhibition stand space.
• Excellent closing skills and persuasive communication.
• Strong organisational skills for managing sales pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Sell exhibition stand space to pizza and foodservice brands.
• Source and convert new business through outbound sales.
• Build and manage a high-value sales pipeline.
• Develop long-term relationships with exhibitors.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets consistently.

Skills

Proven experience selling exhibition stand space

Strong track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets

Confident communicator with strong closing skills

Highly organised with excellent pipeline management

Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Native-level English communication skills

Job description

Business Development Manager - European Pizza Show

Shoreditch, London | Full-time | Up to £45K Basic DOE & Uncapped Commission

Sell a flagship exhibition. Build powerful industry relationships. Earn uncapped commission.

An exciting opportunity has opened for a high-performing Business Development Manager to join a fast-growing events business at the centre of the UK’s booming pizza and foodservice industry.

You’ll be responsible for driving exhibitor sales for the European Pizza Show — a leading industry event that brings together the most influential and innovative pizza brands, suppliers, and operators from across the UK and Europe.

This role is ideal for an experienced exhibition sales professional who thrives in a target-driven environment and wants real ownership, visibility, and progression.

Key Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager:

• Selling exhibition stand space to UK-based pizza and foodservice brands
• Actively sourcing and converting new business through outbound sales
• Building and managing a strong, high-value sales pipeline
• Developing long-term relationships with returning and repeat exhibitors
• Consistently achieving and exceeding revenue targets
• Working closely with senior leadership on sales strategy and growth
• Representing the show at industry events and networking opportunities
• Keeping up to date with key trends and players in the UK pizza market

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience selling exhibition stand space
• A strong track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets
• Confident, persuasive communicator with strong closing skills
• Highly organised with excellent pipeline management
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, commercial environment
• Professional, resilient, and driven to succeed
• Native-level English communication skills

Why Apply?

• Competitive base salary (Up to £45K DOE) + uncapped commission
• Work on a high-profile international exhibition brand
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing events portfolio
• Supportive, entrepreneurial, and ambitious team culture
• Direct exposure to one of the UK’s fastest-growing food sectors

What’s Next?

If you’re passionate about sales, thrive on closing deals, and want to work at the heart of a dynamic industry — this is your opportunity. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.