Sponsorship Sales Manager

ARK Recruitment; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 45 000 - 50 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Private medical and dental insurance

Life assurance

Health cash plan

International travel to events

25 days annual leave (+1 per year)

Resumo da oferta

Ark Recruitment in London is seeking an experienced Sponsorship Sales Manager to own a portfolio of international conferences and drive sponsorship revenue through strategic, consultative selling.

You will engage senior decision-makers from global solution providers, develop bespoke sponsorship and lead generation opportunities, and collaborate with marketing and events teams to deliver measurable value across a diverse event portfolio.

Qualificações

• 2+ years’ experience in B2B sales, ideally within events, media, or sponsorship sales.
• Track record of achieving revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and account management capabilities.
• Consultative approach to selling with a focus on long-term partnerships.
• Commercial awareness and confidence speaking with senior stakeholders.
• Energetic, ambitious and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Sell high-value sponsorship and partnership packages across global conferences and exclusive events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior-level stakeholders and industry partners.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while growing existing accounts.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitors, and client needs.
• Collaborate with marketing, production and operations teams to ensure successful event delivery.
• Work closely with internal teams to align sponsorship propositions with event strategy and audience goals.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets through a consultative, value-led sales approach.

Conhecimentos

B2B sales

Account management

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We’re working with a global leader in B2B conferences and networking events, renowned for delivering high-quality, content-driven experiences for senior executives across a range of industries. With over 50 years of success and a reputation for innovation, this business continues to shape professional communities through market-leading events held across the world.

They are now seeking an experienced Sponsorship Sales Manager to join their London team. A great opportunity to take ownership of a portfolio of international events and drive sponsorship revenue through strategic, consultative selling.

The Role

As a Sponsorship Sales Manager, you’ll be responsible for securing and growing commercial partnerships across high-profile international conferences. You’ll work with senior decision-makers from global solution providers, understanding their objectives and developing bespoke sponsorship and lead generation opportunities that deliver measurable value.

This role combines strategic business development with relationship management, offering the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of events that connect thought leaders and drive industry innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Sell high-value sponsorship and partnership packages across global conferences and exclusive events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior-level stakeholders and industry partners.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while growing existing accounts.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitors, and client needs.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, and operations teams to ensure successful event delivery.
• Work closely with internal teams to align sponsorship propositions with event strategy and audience goals.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets through a consultative, value-led sales approach.

About You

We’re looking for a confident, results-driven sales professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to engage senior executives. You’ll bring:

• 2+ years’ experience in B2B sales, ideally within events, media, or sponsorship sales.
• A track record of achieving and exceeding revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and account management capabilities.
• A consultative approach to selling with a focus on long-term partnerships.
• Commercial awareness and confidence speaking with senior stakeholders.
• Energy, ambition, and a drive to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

What’s on Offer

• £45k-£50k base salary (depending on experience) + uncapped commission.
• Full training and ongoing development from experienced leaders.
• Clear career progression opportunities within a global business.
• International travel to events (Europe and the US).
• 25 days annual leave (plus one extra day for each year of service, up to 30).
• Private medical and dental insurance, life assurance, and health cash plan.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with regular company events and incentives.