Business Development Manager - Events, Merchandise

Ripple; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Basingstoke is seeking a seasoned sales professional to develop and execute new business strategies. This role includes owning the sales cycle from prospecting to closing and collaborating with creative teams to provide bespoke solutions. The ideal candidate has a proven sales track record and exceptional communication skills. Competitive salary of up to £70,000 plus commission is offered, alongside a vibrant company culture focused on growth.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Collaborative company culture

Clear path to leadership

Work on transformative projects

Qualifications

• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, ideally in a creative agency environment.
• Strong strategic and consultative sales approach.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills to engage senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing new business strategy to secure long-term clients.
• Owning full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Collaborating with teams to develop bespoke proposals.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Consultative pitching

Negotiation skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Job description

Overview

Are you a strategic sales professional with a passion for creative ideas and a track record of winning major accounts? We're partnering with a bold, ideas-led creative agency in Basingstoke, seeking a seasoned individual to drive their next phase of growth. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to take a pivotal role in a dynamic, rapidly expanding team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing and executing a sophisticated new business strategy to secure high-value, long-term clients.
• Owning the full sales cycle, from strategic prospecting and consultative pitching to negotiation and closing complex deals.
• Acting as a brand ambassador, representing the agency\'s creative excellence and strategic capabilities at a senior level.
• Collaborating with creative and strategy teams to develop compelling, bespoke proposals that solve major brand challenges.
• Playing an instrumental role in the agency\'s commercial success and helping to shape its future direction.

What We're Looking For

• A proven track record of exceeding sales targets, ideally within a creative, marketing, events or digital agency environment.
• A strategic and consultative sales approach; you understand client needs and can build compelling value propositions.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to engage with senior marketing leaders and C-suite executives.
• A self-starter with a commercial mindset, driven to build and manage a robust sales pipeline.
• A genuine passion for the creative industry and the ambition to become a key leader within the agency.

What You'll Get

• A competitive base salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
• Uncapped commission structure that directly rewards your success.
• A brilliant company culture that's creative, collaborative, and full of energy.
• A clear path to leadership; this role is designed for growth as the agency expands.
• The opportunity to work on transformative projects with world-renowned brands.

Apply Today

If you are ready to take the next step in your creative sales career and make a significant impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join this fantastic team and drive their new business development forward.

My client is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applications will be judged on merit and skill, regardless of background.

Please note that due to the high volume of interest, we can only respond to shortlisted applicants. Thank you for your understanding.

Ripple Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy