Sponsorship Sales Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading B2B events company seeks a Sponsorship Sales Manager in Crawley. You'll drive sales, build client relationships, and work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and international travel. This role offers a competitive salary plus uncapped commissions, perfect for results-driven sales professionals.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Clear career progression opportunities

Comprehensive training and support

International travel opportunities

Uncapped commission

Qualifications

• Experience in sponsorship or exhibition sales desirable.
• Proven ability to generate new business and grow existing accounts.
• Solid understanding of solution-based selling.

Responsibilities

• Sell tailored sponsorship packages to clients.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers.

Skills

Relationship Building

Consultative Selling

Business Development

Solution-based Selling

Job description

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Sponsorship Sales Business Development Manager, Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Ark Recruitment EST

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: Up to £40k (DOE) + 40% uncapped commission

Location: Hybrid – Central London

Our client, a leading B2B events company, is looking for a talented Sponsorship Sales Manager to join their team in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic, innovative business that’s making waves in the international exhibitions space. With an impressive track record of delivering high-quality events across a range of sectors, this company offers an exciting environment for growth and success.

The Role

As a Sponsorship Sales Manager, you’ll play a key role in driving revenue and expanding the company’s client base. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Selling tailored sponsorship packages to new and existing clients
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers
• Taking a consultative approach to understand client needs and provide effective solutions
• Collaborating closely with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of sponsorship packages
• Attending and representing the company at international events

You’ll also have the opportunity to travel internationally and benefit from a highly competitive, uncapped commission structure that rewards your success.

About You

• Experience in sponsorship or exhibition sales is highly desirable, though backgrounds in B2B sales or media sales will also be considered
• Proven ability to generate new business and grow existing accounts through effective relationship-building and a consultative approach
• A solid understanding of solution-based selling
• Knowledge of the events and exhibition industry, or prior experience in a similar sector, is a plus
• Driven, ambitious, and eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional days for each year of service
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive training and support
• International travel opportunities
• Uncapped commission

If you’re a results-driven sales professional ready to take the next step in your career and join a thriving, forward-thinking events business, we’d love to hear from you!