Sales Event Director - B2B Event

SAVVY RECRUITMENT; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic events company is seeking an experienced Event Director to lead the planning and execution of high-profile events. This hybrid role requires strong B2B event sponsorship sales experience and a proven ability to achieve sales targets. The ideal candidate will manage event strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create memorable experiences. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-growing company, reach out for more details on this outstanding opportunity!

Qualifications

• Strong experience in B2B event sponsorship sales.
• Proven track record of achieving/exceeding high sales targets.
• Experience overseeing event strategy across several departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and success of high-profile events.
• Develop and implement effective event strategies.
• Drive sales growth and manage partnerships.

Skills

B2B event sponsorship sales

Achieving sales targets

Event strategy management

Leadership traits

Innovative sales approach

Job description

Director @ SAVVY media Ltd | Digital Media Consultant

📝Event Director

📍London based hybrid role

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented and experienced Event Director to join our fast-growing, innovative events company. In this key role, you’ll oversee the planning and execution of high-profile events, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams in operations, marketing, and sales to deliver exceptional experiences for exhibitors and delegates.

You’ll lead the development of event strategies, drive sales growth, and build strong relationships with key industry partners, all while ensuring the events are delivered on time and within budget. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a rapidly expanding company.

What will this role include?

• Lead the planning, execution, and success of high-profile events, ensuring seamless coordination across operations, marketing, and sales teams.
• Develop and implement effective event strategies to deliver an exceptional experience for exhibitors and delegates while maintaining budget control.
• Drive sales growth by setting targets, leading the sales team, and fostering strong industry relationships with clients and partners.
• Oversee the creation of targeted marketing campaigns to attract key audiences and enhance event visibility.
• Build and manage long-term partnerships with suppliers, media, and commercial partners to maximise event reach and opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have/ be

• Strong experience in B2B event sponsorship sales
• Proven track record of achieving/exceeding high sales targets and growing events year on year
• Experience overseeing event strategy across departments (marketing, operations/logistics, and production)
• Experience managing event budgets and P&L
• Strong leadership traits and innovative sales approach

This is genuinely a brilliant opportunity to take your career to the next level so if this role sounds like the next step that you have been looking for, reach out to us now for more details! #beSAVVY

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries: Events Services and Technology, Information and Media

Base pay range

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