BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Posted 20 December 2016
Salaryneg + benefit
Job type Permanent
Reference15238/001
Contact NameLive Recruitment

Job description

SP15238

THE COMPANY

Our client is one of the UK's leading events, digital and video agencies! Well established with over 25 years experience within the events arena, now is the time to join this agency.

With in-house production, creative and video they deliver across a broad range of UK based events such as roadshows, awards and conferences for end clients

THE ROLE

As part of their ongoing ambitious growth plans they are currently recruiting a New Business Manager to get on board and take responsibly for identifying and developing new business opportunities.

The role encompasses the full sales process from research of potential clients, securing appointments, developing relationships, gaining briefs, preparing and presenting proposals.

This event sales role will be dedicated to driving forward the sales strategy and responsibilities of this "hunter" will include:

* Identifying and cold calling new prospects

* Following up on warm leads from high profile clients

* Booking sales meetings with new clients

* Presenting company credentials

* Taking new briefs for events

* Pitching the concept internally

* Guiding and overseeing the pitch process

* Ultimately confirming new sales

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate should be ambitious, proactive, have strong interpersonal skills and demonstrate a real passion to succeed. Previous experience within an events, technical or production business will be extremely helpful, to give you the industry understanding and confidence to meet new potential clients, build relationships and win business!

In return they offer the chance to join a highly regarded event production company where you will gain exposure to big budget projects for well known brands and develop your career.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across marketing, creative and events. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

Alternatively - forward this role onto someone in your network and take advantage of our £250 reward scheme for anyone recommended who we place!