At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales strategy for a new B2B event, securing exhibitors and sponsors.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on innovative health publications.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, growth opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of events.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with industry leaders and expand your professional network.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the digital health space while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience, strong communication skills, and a results-driven mindset.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside the Senior Portfolio Director to develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy driving exhibitor and sponsorship revenue.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities, building and managing a strong pipeline of potential exhibitors and sponsors.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key industry stakeholders and decision-makers to drive long‑term revenue growth.
- Drive lead generation, outbound prospecting, and follow‑ups to ensure revenue targets are achieved.
- Conduct client meetings, presentations, and negotiations to secure high‑value partnerships.
- Collaborate closely with marketing and operations teams to align sales efforts with event positioning and business objectives.
- Manage the full sales cycle, from initial outreach to contract negotiation and post‑sale relationship management.
- Keep up to date with industry trends, competitors, and market developments to identify growth areas.
- Attend relevant industry events, networking opportunities, and competitor shows to develop new business leads.
- Provide regular sales reports and pipeline updates to senior management with insights and recommendations.
We’re looking for an ambitious, results‑driven Senior Sales Manager ready to launch and grow a brand‑new B2B event. You’ll have proven experience in event sales, a strong track record of exceeding revenue targets, and the commercial acumen to develop and execute a successful sales strategy. You’re proactive, confident, and ready to make a real impact alongside the Senior Portfolio Director. This is more than just a launch; we need someone with vision who can grow with the event and take on greater responsibility as it scales.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with strong client relationship‑building ability.
- Track record of achieving and exceeding revenue targets.
- Confident in lead generation, prospecting, and business development.
- Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to sell across multiple revenue streams (exhibition stands, sponsorship, digital opportunities).
- Nice to have: Salesforce experience, technology sector selling experience, C‑level contact network.
- Data‑driven mindset with experience in CRM and sales pipeline management.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deals at different sales cycle stages.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to develop and execute a sales strategy.
- Proven experience in event sales, ideally within B2B exhibitions, conferences, or media.
Senior Sales Manager (Rewired & Digital Health Publications) employer: Closerstill Media
CloserStill Media is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from robust professional development opportunities and a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and teamwork, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in technology project management.
