Sales Account Manager – B2B Events (Design Industry)
Salary: £30k + Commission (Uncapped OTE)
Location: Essex (with travel as required)
Are you a confident and driven B2B sales professional with a passion for design, interiors, or architecture? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile design-focused event, selling exhibition space and sponsorship packages to industry-leading clients.
We're looking for someone with a natural flair for building relationships, uncovering new opportunities, and closing deals—ideally with experience in the interiors, design, or creative sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sell exhibition space and sponsorship packages to new and existing B2B clients
- Consistently meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs
- Manage client accounts from initial contact through to event delivery
- Identify and convert new business opportunities into long-term partnerships
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth event delivery and high client satisfaction
- Represent the event at major UK and international design shows
- Maintain accurate CRM records and revenue reporting
- Provide input into marketing campaigns and creative development of the show
What We’re Looking For:
- 1–2+ years of proven B2B sales experience (ideally within events, media, or design sectors)
- A strong interest in design, architecture, or interiors
- Confident communicator – comfortable selling both on the phone and in person
- Highly motivated, commercially minded, and target-driven
- Strong relationship builder with a consultative sales approach
- Able to travel and attend client meetings and industry events as needed
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a desire to grow in a fast-paced environment
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive base salary around £30k + generous commission structure (uncapped OTE)
- Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s most prominent design events
- Career development and training opportunities
- A creative, collaborative team environment
- Regular industry exposure and travel opportunities
Sound like an exciting next role? Apply now or get in touch for more info.
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Ark Recruitment EST Recruiting Team