Event Sales ManagerLocation: Outskirts of CrawleySalary: £50,000 - £60,000 basic + £15,000 commission (OTE £75,000) DOEJob Type: Full-time, PermanentLloyd Recruitment Services are delighted to be partnering with a growing and innovative events business in the search for a B2B Event Sales Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and growing a new international events portfolio, with strong earning potential and career progression.Benefits: £50,000 - £60,000 basic salary plus comms DOE9am-17:30pmFree on-site parkingPrivate medical insuranceWellbeing scheme25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompany pensionLife assuranceThe RoleAs an Events Sales Manager, you will lead new business sales across a portfolio of international and UK-based events, including new launches. You'll take a strategic approach to identifying new markets, generating leads, and building a strong pipeline of clients.Using a consultative sales approach, you will sell exhibition space and sponsorship opportunities, working closely with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive sponsorship and exhibition sales across a portfolio of eventsBuild and develop new business relationships within target marketsIdentify and engage prospective clients through cold outreach, networking, and market researchAttend competitor events to support lead generation and market insightSell international clients into UK-based events where appropriateCollaborate with marketing and production teams to develop compelling commercial propositionsMaintain accurate and up-to-date records using Salesforce CRMBuild and manage a strong, active sales pipelineProvide regular activity and performance updates to senior leadershipDeliver against agreed KPIs and new business sales plansEnsure smooth delivery of complex, multi-platform sales opportunitiesMarket Intelligence & StrategyMonitor competitor activity and market trendsIdentify new market opportunities to support portfolio growthContribute to new product and event developmentKey Skills & ExperienceExperience in international sales or launching into new markets is highly desirableProven experience in B2B event or exhibition salesStrong track record of hitting and exceeding sales targetsConfident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholdersConsultative, solutions-focused sales approachHighly organised with strong CRM and pipeline management skillsProactive, driven, and commercially mindedExtra Information:Refer a friend and earn a retail voucher worth up to £500! Full details can be found on our website.Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you.Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.JBRP1_UKTJ