Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager
Events & Sponsorship Sales | High-Growth Marketing Festival Portfolio

We’re working with a fast-growing events business behind one of the UK’s most recognised marketing and advertising festival brands. With a strong reputation for delivering high-energy, commercially successful events, they’re now looking to bring in a Business Development Manager to drive revenue across their flagship portfolio.

This is a role for someone who knows how to sell into the events space and is comfortable owning the full sales cycle, from prospecting through to closing high-value partnerships.

What you’ll be doing

• Drive new business across sponsorship and exhibition revenue streams
• Sell integrated partnership packages to brands, agencies, and tech vendors
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of new prospects
• Own the full sales cycle from outreach through to negotiation and close
• Work closely with marketing and content teams to align commercial strategy
• Attend industry events and build strong relationships within the market

What they’re looking for

• Proven experience in event sales or sponsorship sales
• Strong track record of hitting and exceeding revenue targets
• Confident selling to senior stakeholders across marketing, media, and tech
• Commercially sharp with a proactive, new business mindset
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Why this role

• Opportunity to work on a well-known, high-profile industry event
• Strong earning potential with commission on revenue generated
• High-visibility role with real ownership of commercial growth
• Collaborative, energetic team environment

Interested? Apply below, or reach out to learn more!

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