Events - Business Development Manager

Posted 01 February 2024
Salary£40k - 50k per year + Commission, Hybrid Working
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
DisciplineEvent Recruitment Agency
Reference11465
Contact NameGeorge Smallman

Job description

Commission, Hybrid Working, Annual Bonus, Fantastic Benefits!

 

The opportunity to join a company which is a household name in the industry, to lead their brand into the events industry!

 

THE COMPANY 

 

This nationally recognised company has over 70 venues across the UK, which offer a host of activities aimed at providing memorable experiences to their customers. With a foothold in the leisure and hospitality industry, they have been incredibly successful in expanding their brand.

 

With their venues having hosted events such as seasonal corporate parties, team days, and social events, they are looking to expand upon this to further their success.

 

THE ROLE

 

To spearhead their expansion into the events industry, they are looking for an Event Sales Manager who will help pave the way for events to be held across all of their key target centres. The responsibilities for this role will include:

 

-          Developing sales & marketing strategies

-          Ensuring return investment for key projects

-          Handling events communications with teams

-          Proactively seeking new business

-          Working closely with upper management

-          Identifying opportunities for growth

-          Conducting market research

 

THE CANDIDATE

 

The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of sales within a hospitality and/or leisure environment. An understanding of the events industry is essential, with the ability to develop and implement sales and marketing strategies. This role will be very proactive, so the ability to work independently will also be required.

 

In return, this company offers an excellent benefits package along with excellent development opportunities and a fantastic workplace environment with a family feel to it, operating on a flat structure.

 

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  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.

 

VACANCY REFERENCE: GS11465