Sports & Events Sales Executive

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sports & Events New Business Executive in Glasgow! This exciting role involves identifying sales opportunities, building relationships, and contributing to a vibrant team. Collaborate with your New Business Manager to expand the business and enhance client value through innovative event experiences. With a focus on performance and wellbeing, you’ll enjoy numerous perks including health insurance, annual leave, and career advancement opportunities. Ready to redefine premium sports hospitality? Apply now!

Benefits

23 days annual leave

Career advancement opportunities

Bupa Health and Dental Insurance

Life insurance

Cycle to work Scheme

Perkbox membership

Milestone Service Reward Programme

Refer-a-friend scheme

£50 for end of month social

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a B2B sales environment.
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify new sales opportunities and follow up on inquiries.
• Establish client needs and provide relevant product information.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Microsoft Office

Salesforce or similar CRM

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Interest in Sports

Education

Relevant Graduate Background

Tools

Salesforce

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Join us as our Sports & Events New Business Executive and embark on an exciting journey where you’ll play a key role in identifying new sales opportunities using cutting-edge platforms like LinkedIn and the latest client-connecting technologies. Embrace the chance to attend industry events, cultivating new business relationships and contributing to our vibrant team.

As part of Corinthian’s growth strategy, you’ll collaborate closely with your New Business Manager to expand our business and tap into untouched client potential. Swiftly and effectively follow up on sales inquiries, qualifying client requests, and providing relevant product information. Work in tandem with your New Business Manager to deliver solutions to clients, utilising Corinthian’s extensive range of event experiences and services to enhance client value.

Your role will involve establishing client needs, qualifying specific details, and selling products based on a deep understanding of client requirements. Monitor deposit payments and proactively manage client payments as needed.

To excel in this role, you’ll need to:

• Develop strong internal and external professional relationships
• Demonstrate an organised and structured approach with meticulous attention to detail
• Possess a passion for learning the intricacies of sales cycles
• Have basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Exhibit the ability to think on your feet, navigate unpredictable situations and adapt to changes
• A proven track record in a B2B sales environment (1 year) or a relevant graduate background
• Understanding of the hospitality industry (an advantage, but not essential)
• An interest in sports and knowledge of the UK sporting calendar
• Familiarity with Salesforce or experience with a similar CRM software
• At Corinthian, we believe in rewarding performance and supporting your wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect:
• 23 days annual leave (excl. Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 day each year up to 26 days.
• Career advancement opportunities and internal progression based on performance
• Bupa Health and Dental Insurance (post-probation)
• Life insurance (post-probation)
• Cycle to work Scheme (post-probation)
• Perkbox membership with access to discounts, wellness tools & perks (post-probation)
• Milestone Service Reward Programme, up to £500
• Refer-a-friend scheme with generous financial incentives
• £50 per head for end of month social

At Corinthian Sports, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone feels valued. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to make adjustments to ensure an accessible hiring process.

Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply now and help us redefine premium sports hospitality.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

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