Graduate Event Sales Associate

Plus One Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Graduate Sales Associates to join a successful B2B events business in the UK. This full-time role does not require previous experience, as full training will be provided. Responsibilities include reaching out to clients, managing a portfolio, and overseeing the sales process. The position offers a competitive salary plus an uncapped bonus structure. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Uncapped bonus structure

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Previous customer-facing experience in an office-based role.
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to decision makers to discuss global events.
• Build and maintain a client portfolio.
• Oversee sales process and CRM management.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for your first post-graduate job?

Are you confident, with great communication skills?

Would you be interested in working for a local business who work with blue-chip brands all over the world, in a progressive sales role?

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 Graduate Sales Associates to join on a full-time, permanent basis. The ideal candidates will ideally have some customer-facing experience and be able to converse confidently over the phone and by email. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business within a fast-paced and exciting industry sector.

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED AS FULL TRAINING PROVIDED!

Key Responsibilities

• Reaching out to senior decision makers by email, LinkedIn and telephone to commence conversations about forthcoming global 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).
• Educated to bachelor's degree level.
• Previous customer-facing experience in an office-based role is essential.
• Strong problem-solving, organisation, and planning skills with an eye for detail.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• 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 someone 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 £3-5,000 per annum (approx) in bonus.

If you feel that you have what our client is looking for, please apply today for a fast response.