Sponsorship Sales Manager Cyber

Aspire; Ware; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading B2B events company is looking for a Sponsorship Sales Manager based in Ware, UK. You will be responsible for driving sponsorship revenue through strategic sales, identifying potential sponsors in the technology sector, and building lasting relationships. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of sales experience and strong negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus commission, along with benefits such as a company pension and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Sick pay

Birthday off

Access to an on-site gym

Opportunities to travel internationally

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in sponsorship or B2B sales, ideally within technology or events.
• Track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Ability to engage with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sponsorship sales strategies to exceed revenue targets.
• Identify and qualify prospective sponsors in technology and cybersecurity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Job description

Sponsorship Sales Manager

Location: Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9LR - Onsite

Job Type: Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Salary: Up to £65,000 base + commission DOE

About the Role

We are seeking a Sponsorship Sales Manager to join a specialist B2B events business focused on technology and cybersecurity. The company delivers small, high-level summits, exclusive dinners, and networking events that connect senior decision-makers, including CIOs, CISOs, CDOs, CFOs, and other C‑Suite executives.

The successful candidate will drive sponsorship revenue across an international portfolio, managing full sales cycles, building relationships with sponsors, and ensuring every event delivers maximum value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sponsorship sales strategies that exceed revenue targets and build long-term partnerships.
• Identify and qualify prospective sponsors, targeting senior decision-makers in technology and cybersecurity sectors.
• Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with sponsors, acting as a trusted advisor to maximize ROI.
• Deliver tailored sponsorship proposals and presentations that clearly communicate the value of partnership.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals that support both sponsor objectives and company growth.
• Collaborate with marketing and event production teams to ensure sponsorship packages align with event content.
• Maintain an organised sales pipeline, tracking progress and reporting on key metrics using CRM tools.

Event Locations

UK, Germany, Netherlands, France, Denmark, North America (including Canada)

Experience & Skills

• 2+ years' experience in sponsorship or B2B sales, ideally within technology or events.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with senior executives.
• Understanding of the B2B technology or cybersecurity landscape is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong presentation capabilities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, with opportunities to grow within a specialist, high-touch events business.
• Work on premium summits and intimate C‑level gatherings with 1:1 networking focus.
• Exposure to senior executives from global technology and cybersecurity firms.
• Company pension, sick pay, birthday off, and access to an on‑site gym.
• Company events and opportunities to travel internationally.

Location

Office is a short walk from Ware Train Station, with easy access by car from the A10 and A414.

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