Events Sales Associate

Plus One Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established B2B events business is seeking an enthusiastic Event Sales Associate to join their dynamic sales team. This full-time role offers a chance to engage with senior decision makers and build a portfolio of clients in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to sales. With a competitive salary and uncapped bonus potential, this position is perfect for a sales professional eager to make an impact in the events industry. Join a thriving international business and enjoy the excitement of meeting new people while driving sales success.

Benefits

Uncapped bonus structure

Competitive basic salary

Opportunity for international travel

Qualifications

• Sales experience in an office-based role is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are key.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to senior decision makers to discuss events.
• Build relationships and manage a sales pipeline.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Previous sales experience

Proactive sales pipeline management

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Our client is a successful B2B events business who run corporate events and conferences across the globe. They are now looking to expand their sales team by recruiting an Event Sales Associate to join on a full-time, permanent basis. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background in sales and be able to converse confidently with senior decision makers at all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business within a fast-paced and exciting industry sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reaching out to senior decision makers by email, LinkedIn, and telephone to commence conversations about forthcoming events.
• Build relationships with potential representatives to grow own portfolio of clients, with the aim of booking delegates onto events.
• Take ownership of the sales process, including building and overseeing pipelines on the CRM.
• Take control of Pre-Event Questionnaires.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Previous sales experience in an office-based role is essential.
• Proactive and able to drive a sales pipeline by making contact with a large volume of potential contacts in a niche sector.
• Strong problem-solving, organisation, and planning skills with an eye for detail.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter, conscientious, agile, and enthusiastic.
• Must have own transport and driving license.
• UK Passport holder and able to travel internationally several times per year.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an international business and would suit a sales professional who enjoys meeting new people. You will be paid a competitive basic salary but also enjoy an un-capped bonus structure with the opportunity to add between GBP3-5,000 per annum (approx) in additional salary!

If you feel that you have the sales skills and tenacity that our client is looking for, please apply today for a fast response.