Event Director

Eligo Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event organization firm based in London is seeking an Exhibition Event Director Sales Led. This role requires strong ownership of exhibition sales and the ability to manage events from conception to completion. Candidates should have 6 to 10 years of experience in B2B Exhibitions. The salary range is £55,000 - £65,000 with OTE of £80/90,000 depending on performance, plus benefits. This position emphasizes the importance of communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

Equitable work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of experience in B2B Exhibitions or commercial events.
• Proven ability to own an event from conception to delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage event sales, closely working with Marketing, Content and Operations.
• Sell Exhibition and Sponsorship opportunities.
• Responsible for budgeting.

Skills

Sales track record

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Job description

Exhibition Event Director Sales Led – B2B Exhibitions

Are you an Exhibition Event Director Sales Led with 6 to 10 years’ experience in B2B Exhibitions? Or maybe you come from an Association background, but you have some solid experience working on commercial events?

A well‑known Exhibition/Conference organiser based in London is looking for a skilled Exhibition Event Director Sales Led like you to work on one of their Trade shows held here in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Standalone sales role with ownership of the event, working closely with Marketing, Content and Operations.
• Sell Exhibition and Sponsorship on the event.
• Budget responsibility.
• Man‑management experience would be a bonus but not essential.

Qualifications

• 6 to 10 years of experience in B2B Exhibitions or a solid background in commercial events.
• Strong sales track record and ability to own an event from conception to delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Working as an Exhibition Event Director Sales Led, you’ll be earning £55,000 - £65,000 (with an OTE £80/90,000 dependant on performance + Benefits).

Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.