Sales Manager

Legends/ASM Global Europe; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Sales Manager at a leading venue in Newcastle. You will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and managing commercial partnerships, ensuring that every opportunity to enhance brand engagement is maximized. This dynamic role involves crafting sales strategies, promoting events, and liaising with media to elevate the arena's profile. Join a transformative team dedicated to redefining live entertainment and enjoy a range of benefits, including discounted tickets, generous annual leave, and comprehensive health support. If you are ready to make an impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Discounted Tickets

25 Days Annual Leave

Life Assurance

Pension Contribution

Healthshield Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in Sales and Marketing.
• Strong knowledge of local business community.

Responsibilities

• Drive the sale of premium tickets for events.
• Create and deliver a comprehensive Sales and Marketing Strategy.
• Manage the promotion of the arena and maximise industry profile.

Skills

Sales and Marketing Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Relationship Building

Job description

About LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues, stadiums, arenas, convention centres, and theatres.

Our organisation is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

About The Role

As our Sales Manager, you will be the driving force behind revenue growth at Utilita Arena Newcastle. Using your flair and creativity, you will own commercial partnerships, including creation, management, delivery, and fulfilment.

You will work with pride and passion to maximise every opportunity to drive sales, generate engagement with our brand, and promote events, public relations, and media liaison.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in sales with a business on an exciting journey of transformation. From day one, you will add value and join a committed team.

What We Can Offer

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our people to experience that too - enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.

You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days of annual leave.

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield, ASM will support these unexpected costs, for you and any children.

We understand that from time to time, you might need a bit of support to get back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join ASM, you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet.

Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, support, and drive the sale of premium tickets for Utilita Newcastle’s events.
• Create and deliver a comprehensive Sales and Marketing Strategy alongside the team.
• Manage the promotion of the arena and maximise our industry profile.
• Develop, implement, and document marketing campaigns & activities.
• Create, keep up to date, and drive growth of CRM/Database and market all products to the appropriate audience including: Public, Press, Promoters, and Local Businesses.
• Achieve (and hopefully exceed!) targets and sales KPIs as outlined across the team.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years in the Sales and Marketing industry - Essential
• Strong knowledge of the local and regional business community and economy – Essential
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills – Essential
• Strong working knowledge of relationship building both in and out of the business – Essential

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Intro Call with Talent Team
• 2nd Stage - F2F Interview with Head of Sales and Marketing

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.