Sales Development Representative - Festival of Creativity

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and events organisation is looking for a temporary Sales Development Representative for their flagship creative festival in Cambridge. This hybrid role requires individuals with prior sales experience, excellent communication abilities, and strong organisational skills. You'll be responsible for qualifying leads, understanding client needs, and building excitement around the festival. A proactive and target-driven mindset is essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales or lead qualification role, ideally in a B2B or events environment.
• Excellent communication skills, confidence speaking with senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and familiarity with CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Responding to inbound enquiries and conducting discovery calls to understand prospect needs.
• Qualifying leads against the ideal customer profile and booking product tour meetings.
• Articulating how the company's creative solutions can support their audience.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Organisational skills

CRM familiarity

Proactive approach

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Handle Recruitment is seeking a Sales Development Representative to support a world-renowned media and events organisation in the lead-up to their flagship creative festival.

*This is a short-term temporary role starting ASAP, hybrid working in Central London paying £15ph*

As the SDR, your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to inbound enquiries and conducting discovery calls to understand prospect needs and challenges.
• Qualifying leads against the ideal customer profile and booking product tour meetings for the Business Development Managers.
• Clearly articulating how the company's creative solutions can support and inspire their audience.
• Building excitement and engagement around the upcoming festival and affiliated offerings.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a sales or lead qualification role, ideally in a B2B or events environment.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence speaking with senior stakeholders.
• A proactive, target-driven approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organisational skills and familiarity with CRM systems.

Apply now for a further conversation!

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