Sales Executive (Events)

Career Cross Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Events company in Leicester is seeking a Sales Executive to promote events and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to build strong client relationships. The role offers a competitive salary of £29k - £32.5k, along with a performance-focused bonus scheme and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing career progression

Free parking opportunities

Performance-focused bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or telesales roles.
• Ability to work independently.
• Confident in pitching ideas and negotiating.

Responsibilities

• Promote company events and attract clients.
• Identify and approach potential clients.
• Manage client accounts and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Proven track record in a senior sales or telesales role

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Confident in pitching ideas and negotiating terms

Demonstrated success in building and managing sales pipelines

Strong skills in maintaining and growing client relationships

Job description

Sales Executive (Events) – Leicester - £29k - £32.5K basic plus commission and benefits

Our client is a well-established Events company based in the Leicester area; due to their continued success they are now expanding their team and recruiting for an experienced Sales Executive.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Promoting the companies events and attracting clients to attend.
• Identify and approach potential clients using tools such as Google and LinkedIn
• Building and managing a robust sales pipeline.
• Present the benefits of our events to potential clients, negotiate packages, and secure their participation.
• Manage your own client accounts, develop relationships, and ensure client satisfaction.

Applicants must possess the following skills / experience:

• Proven track record in a senior sales or telesales role.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Confident in pitching ideas and negotiating terms.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing sales pipelines.
• Strong skills in maintaining and growing client relationships.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Benefits include ongoing career progression, full training and ongoing development, free parking opportunities to attend events and a performance-focused bonus scheme.

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