Delegate Sales Executive - R&D

Certus Sales Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Delegate Sales Executive to join their dynamic team in Central London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with diverse sectors, including emerging technology, and requires a consultative sales approach. You will be responsible for managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while utilizing world-class sales tools. The company is renowned for its vibrant culture, offering a supportive environment with extensive training and opportunities for career progression. If you are driven, articulate, and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Uncapped Commission

25 Days Holiday

Private Health Coverage

Pension Scheme

Work-Life Balance

Fast-Track Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree educated with 12+ months of sales experience.
• Proven record of achievement and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and sell attendance to industry-leading events.
• Manage the entire sales cycle and develop new client relationships.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Time Management

Research Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree

Tools

Sales Tools

Job description

Delegate Sales Executive – R&D

£25,000-£30,000 Base, Uncapped Commission
London – Hybrid

Our global client hosts a growing number of annual events, offering thousands of business executives tailored, practical conferences that keep them up to date with industry trends, technological developments, and regulatory updates across multiple sectors. With offices on five continents, our client is the industry leader in planning, delivering, and managing conferences, tradeshows, workshops, seminars, and more. To maintain their leading position in the R&D sector, they are seeking a Delegate Sales Executive for their Central London office.

Rewards for the Delegate Sales Executive:

1. Base salary of £25,000-£30,000
2. Uncapped commissions (OTE £35,000-£40,000 in the first year)
3. A vibrant and dynamic working environment
4. World-class classroom-based training
5. 25 days holiday
6. Private health, vision, and dental coverage
7. Pension scheme
8. Outstanding company culture
9. Work-life balance with remote working options
10. Fast-track progression opportunities, including international roles

Key Responsibilities:

1. Focus on diverse and innovative sectors, including emerging technology
2. Conduct thorough research to identify and understand market issues
3. Sell attendance to industry-leading events using a consultative approach
4. Develop new client relationships and opportunities
5. Engage with prospects via email and social media
6. Manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing
7. Take ownership of sales campaigns
8. Utilise world-class sales tools and techniques
9. Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, production, sponsorship, etc.)
10. Attend events to ensure smooth operation and enhance customer service through face-to-face interactions

Ideal Candidate Profile:

1. Degree educated
2. 12+ months of sales experience
3. Proven record of achievement (academic, sporting, workplace, etc.)
4. Driven, intelligent, and articulate
5. Structured and methodical with excellent time management skills
6. Motivated, tenacious, resilient, and hardworking
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills
8. Mature outlook with strong commercial awareness and business acumen