Sales Executive-Events & Exhibitions

Essential Recruitment; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Sales Executive - Events & Exhibitions
Location: Burton
Salary: £DOE - To be discussed at interview stage
Full-time | Permanent

• A competitive base salary plus commission
• A positive, collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for progression
• The chance to work within a thriving and exciting industry

Are you a confident communicator with a passion for building relationships and driving sales? Do you have experience in the events and exhibitions industry? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're proud to be working with a well-established events company based in Burton. They're now looking to grow their team with an enthusiastic and driven Sales Executive.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong B2B sales experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. Day to day, you'll be:

• Generating new business and identifying opportunities
• Managing and developing existing client relationships
• Selling exhibition space, sponsorship opportunities, and related event services
• Attending exhibitions and networking events to raise the company's profile
• Working towards clear sales targets with plenty of support and encouragement

Skills / Experience Required

• A track record in B2B sales - ideally within events, exhibitions, or media
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude
• Friendly, professional, and able to build rapport quickly
• Willingness to travel for meetings and industry events when required