Sales Executive

International Property Media; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International travel

Incentives & rewards

Central location access

Weekday schedule

Job summary

International Property Media in Chelmsford, Essex, is seeking a Mandarin-speaking Sales Executive for a full-time, permanent role with a base salary of £24,000–£26,000 plus uncapped commission. Realistic OTE in year 1 is £32,000–£34,000+.

Fluent Mandarin is essential as you will engage with international clients across Mandarin-speaking markets and manage a high-value sales pipeline to drive revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Mandarin-speaking ability is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Target-driven with a commercial mindset.
• Willingness to work flexibly across international time zones.

Responsibilities

• Engage with international prospects, introducing awards and related products.
• Communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients and prospects, building commercial relationships.
• Convert inbound and outbound leads into paying clients.
• Build and manage a pipeline of global clients across multiple sectors.
• Develop long-term relationships to generate repeat business year-on-year.
• Represent the company’s brand and maintain high standards of client communication.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

Job description

Sales Executive – Mandarin

Location: Chelmsford, Essex (Headquarters)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 basic + uncapped commission

Realistic OTE:

Year 1: £32,000 – £34,000+

Year 2: £36,000+

Year 3: £40,000+

Mandarin-Speaking Candidate Required

Fluent Mandarin speaking ability is an essential requirement for this role. You will be communicating with international clients and prospects, including clients across Mandarin-speaking markets, so the ability to communicate confidently and professionally in Mandarin is essential.

About the Company:

International Property Media is a globally established organisation operating since 1989 across awards, events, and high-end publishing. Our core platforms include the International Property Awards, International Hotel Awards, IPAX networking events, and International Property & Travel magazine, distributed via Emirates Airlines.

We work with leading property developers, real estate firms, architects, interior designers, and hospitality brands across more than 100 countries. Our events and awards programmes are recognised worldwide, with established networking events in London, Dubai, Bangkok, Toronto, and Hong Kong.

The Opportunity – Sales Executive - Mandarin:

We are expanding our sales team and are looking for driven individuals to join a high-performance, international sales environment.

Mandarin-speaking ability is essential, alongside strong communication skills and a commercial approach to sales.

Additional Benefits – Sales Executive - Mandarin:

• International travel opportunities
• Monthly incentives and performance rewards
• Near central located office with strong transport links
• Monday - Friday schedule

This Role Offers – Sales Executive - Mandarin:

• Direct exposure to global clients and premium brands
• A clear earnings structure with uncapped commission
• Long-term account management and repeat business opportunities
• Strong sales progression within a growing international business

Key Responsibilities – Sales Executive - Mandarin:

• Engage with international prospects, introducing the International Property Awards, International Hotel Awards, and related products
• Communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients and prospects, building strong commercial relationships
• Convert inbound and outbound leads into paying clients
• Build and manage a pipeline of global clients across multiple sectors
• Develop long-term relationships to generate repeat business year-on-year
• Represent the company’s brand and maintain high standards of client communication

What We’re Looking For – Sales Executive – Mandarin:

• Fluent Mandarin speaking ability – essential
• Sales experience is preferred but not essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Target-driven with a commercial mindset
• Self-motivated and resilient
• Professional telephone manner and strong written English
• Willingness to work flexibly across international time zones
• Hospitality/property industry knowledge is beneficial but not required

Why Join International Property Media:

This is an opportunity to build a career within a well-established, industry-recognised brand, working with high-profile clients and developing long-term commercial relationships. The role suits individuals motivated by results, client relationships, international exposure, and working with clients across global markets