Commercial Sales Manager

Aspire; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company is seeking a Senior Commercial Sales Manager based in London. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in sponsorship sales or exhibition stand sales. This role involves owning and delivering sponsorship revenue across large-scale B2B events, managing an annual target over £300k, and developing client relationships across multiple industry sectors. Candidates must be proactive, capable of strategic prospecting, and have a proven track record in achieving targets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in sponsorship sales or exhibition stand sales.
• Experience managing large client portfolios and achieving revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver sponsorship revenue managing an annual target in excess of £300k.
• Lead sponsorship sales across multi-show event portfolios.
• Generate new business through proactive outbound calling and strategic follow-ups.

Skills

Sponsorship sales experience

Client relationship management

Business development

Sales forecasting

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Senior Commercial Sales Manager

London

£35,000 - £45,000 + comms

My client is looking to make a couple of hire in the new year across sponsorship sales. This is a well established business with experienced leaders so you will be part of a high performing team.

If you have 2+ years in sponsorship sales or exhbition stand sales, i am super keen to speak with you!

• Own and deliver sponsorship revenue across large-scale B2B events, managing an annual target in excess of £300k.
• Lead sponsorship sales across multi-show event portfolios, working with senior decision-makers across manufacturing, technology and industrial sectors.
• Manage a diverse client portfolio across the UK, EU and US, maintaining long‑term partnerships and repeat business.
• Generate new business through proactive outbound calling, targeted prospecting and strategic follow‑ups on inbound leads.
• Conduct face‑to‑face meetings with clients to understand objectives, present tailored sponsorship solutions and close high‑value deals.
• Identify new routes to market and develop cross‑selling opportunities across digital and print platforms.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline management using CRM systems.

Key Achievements

• Consistently achieved or exceeded annual revenue targets.
• Secured new flagship sponsors and expanded existing accounts year‑on‑year.
• Played a key role in the commercial growth of flagship industry events.

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