Sponsorship Sales Manager – B2B Events

JACKSON BARNES; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a driven Sponsorship Sales Manager to sell strategic sponsorship solutions across a premium portfolio of global events. You will manage high-value accounts, build relationships with senior clients, and work in a supportive, ambitious team. The role offers a salary of £40,000 – £50,000 with uncapped commission, hybrid working, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Excellent benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in event sponsorship or exhibition sales.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue targets.
• Ability to articulate value propositions to senior clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by selling bespoke sponsorship packages.
• Manage and grow established high-value accounts.
• Build strong relationships with senior decision-makers.

Skills

Event sponsorship sales

Consultative sales

Commercial acumen

Organisational skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

Degree-level education

Job description

Sponsorship Sales Manager – B2B Events

Leading Global Events Portfolio

Salary £40,000 – £50,000 + Uncapped Commission + Excellent Benefits

Central London Office - Hybrid working

A market‑leading events business is seeking a driven Sponsorship Sales Manager to join their high‑growth commercial team. This is an exceptional opportunity to sell strategic, high‑value sponsorship and exhibition solutions to global brands across a premium portfolio of conferences and senior‑level meetings.

You’ll work across industry‑leading, internationally recognised events, with access to a strong pipeline of warm opportunities and a number of high‑value existing accounts ready to grow.

The Role

• Drive revenue growth by selling bespoke sponsorship and exhibition packages across a high‑performing portfolio of events.
• Manage and grow a set of established, high‑value accounts while identifying new commercial opportunities globally.
• Build strong relationships with senior decision‑makers and understand their strategic objectives to provide consultative, tailored solutions.
• Work closely with production, marketing and operations teams to ensure alignment and deliver outstanding client value.
• Represent the brand externally – attending events, networking with prospects, and supporting long‑term commercial partnerships.

Candidate Profile

• 2+ years’ experience in event sponsorship sales or exhibition sales.
• Consultative sales approach with a proven track record of achieving – and exceeding – revenue targets.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to articulate compelling value propositions to senior‑level clients.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and maximise productivity.
• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders and nurture long‑term client relationships.
• Degree‑level education is preferred but not essential.

Why Apply?

• Work across a high‑growth, global events portfolio with significant room for revenue expansion.
• Benefit from uncapped commission, giving you full control over your earning potential.
• Join a supportive, ambitious commercial team within a business known for innovation and excellence.
• Hybrid working, industry‑leading benefits and long‑term career development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about sales, motivated by results, and looking for a company that truly supports growth and success, I’d love to speak with you.

Interested?

Apply now or contact [e-mail] | 0203 488 2620 in confidence for an initial discussion about this Sponsorship Sales Manager position.

Visit the Jackson Barnes Recruitment website to learn more about how we connect top commercial talent with world‑class media and events organisations.

About Jackson Barnes Recruitment

Jackson Barnes Recruitment delivers international recruitment solutions within the events, media, and publishing sectors. Jackson Barnes recruits Graduate to MD level in the following positions:

• Researcher
• Conference Producer
• Event Marketing
• Sales – Delegate sales, Sponsorship Sales and Business Development
• Event Manager

We recruit for organisations in the UK and overseas, with success in London, Dubai, New York, Singapore and Australia.