Sponsorship Sales Manager

Ark Recruitment EST; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark Recruitment EST is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead efforts in selling premium sponsorship solutions for global energy events. This role blends sales acumen with strategic relationship-building, ideal for those looking for a high-earning opportunity in a supportive environment. With flexible hybrid work arrangements and a focus on professional growth, successful candidates will drive sales initiatives across international markets.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service

Structured training and development programmes

Defined career progression paths

Opportunities for international travel

Supportive and social working environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in sponsorship sales, ideally within B2B events or exhibitions.
• Proven track record of closing high-value, consultative deals.
• Experience selling into international markets.

Responsibilities

• Sell high-value, consultative sponsorship packages to senior decision-makers globally.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities through proactive outreach.
• Manage and grow existing accounts, maximizing client ROI and renewals.

Skills

Sales

Relationship Building

Consultative Selling

Education

Relevant Degree

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The Sales & Marketing Recruiter | Events, Media & Tech sectors | London, Exeter & Global

Hybrid – Central London (Monday & Friday WFH)

We’re working with a fantastic global exhibitions business that’s looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their Energy portfolio. This is a high-growth area targeting international markets, and the role offers the chance to sell premium sponsorship packages for industry-leading events across the globe.

If you're a commercially driven sponsorship sales professional looking to step into a high-earning role with scope for travel and growth, this is a brilliant opportunity.

The Role:

You’ll take ownership of selling tailored sponsorship solutions to senior stakeholders across the energy sector. Working across a portfolio of international events, you’ll manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and pitching to closing deals and growing key accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sell high-value, consultative sponsorship packages to senior decision-makers globally
• Identify and generate new business opportunities through proactive outreach
• Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their commercial goals and aligning solutions accordingly
• Manage and grow existing accounts, maximising client ROI and renewals
• Attend international events and exhibitions, networking and securing deals on-site
• Collaborate with internal teams including marketing and content to align on campaign strategies and event delivery

About You:

• 3–5 years’ experience in sponsorship sales, ideally within B2B events or exhibitions
• Proven track record of closing high-value, consultative deals
• Experience selling into international markets and dealing with senior-level stakeholders
• Confident, polished communicator with strong presentation skills
• Comfortable working towards ambitious revenue targets
• Commercially astute, strategic thinker, and highly self-motivated

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £60k + uncapped commission (OTE Yr 1 c£40k)
• Flexible hybrid working (Central London HQ, Mondays & Fridays WFH)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Structured training and development programmes
• Defined career progression paths
• Opportunities for international travel to major events
• Supportive, fast-paced, and social working environment

Ready to take your sponsorship sales career to the next level in the global energy space? We’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Events Services

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