Sales Director, Venues & Attractions – EMEA in London

Sales Director, Venues & Attractions – EMEA in London

London Full-Time 80000 - 100000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Disguise

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive new revenue in immersive experiences across EMEA, closing high-value deals.
  • Company: Join a leading tech company revolutionising entertainment venues and attractions.
  • Benefits: Unlimited paid time off, hybrid working, mental health support, and gig allowance.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and excellent career growth.
  • Why this job: Be a key player in transforming the future of immersive attractions.
  • Qualifications: 7-10+ years in sales with a proven track record in complex environments.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 Β£ per year.

Function: Sales (Net-New Business Development)

Reports to: VP Sales

Location: London / EMEA (with 40% travel)

About the role:

Disguise is looking for a high-impact Sales Director to drive net-new revenue across Location-Based Experiences (LBX) in EMEA, including entertainment venues, sports stadiums, immersive installations, themed attractions, museums, brand experiences, and flagship destinations. This is a pure "Hunter" role for an individual contributor who excels at opening doors and closing high-value deals in permanent environments.

What you will do:

  • Partner closely with the VP Sales EMEA and regional leadership to advance and close strategic LBX opportunities across stadiums, venues, and immersive destinations.
  • Drive individual sales growth by identifying and winning new business opportunities valued at $250k–$2m+ within the LBX sector.
  • Design and execute a strategic go-to-market plan to expand Disguise's presence across sports stadiums, arenas, entertainment venues, themed attractions, immersive installations, and enterprise flagship environments.
  • Develop and deepen relationships with key system integrators and consultants across the region to unlock new fixed-installation opportunities.
  • Produce accurate monthly and quarterly forecasts for both hardware and software within Salesforce and Clari.
  • Manage the end-to-end sales process, from initial prospecting and high-impact presentations to negotiating complex contracts and closing.
  • Partner with the Design Solutions, Customer Success and Marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns that specifically address the needs of the fixed-installation market.
  • Attend major industry events (e.g., ISE, IAAPA Europe) as a subject matter expert, comfortable delivering public presentations on the future of immersive attractions.
  • Ability to travel approximately 40% of the time across the EMEA region to meet with partners and visit project sites.

Experience & Skills:

  • Sales Background - 7-10+ years of proven new business development experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments such as stadiums, themed entertainment, live venues, or permanent AV installations.
  • Experience working on SOWs documentation.
  • Ecosystem Knowledge - Strong existing network and experience working alongside System Integrators (SIs) and technical consultants is an advantage.
  • Closing Ability - Proven track record of closing complex technical deals ($250K–$2M+) with long sales cycles and multiple stakeholders.
  • Expert for structured sales processes such as MEDDPICC or BANT.
  • Ability to present and influence effectively at all levels (including C-suite and Technical Directors) regarding real-time visual software and media servers.
  • Solid experience in pipeline management and forecasting for projects with 6-month to 1+ year timelines.

Behaviours & Values:

  • Winning Mindset - Brave, bold, and proactive in seeking out new business that isn't immediately apparent.
  • Dependable Hunter - A self-starter who is comfortable working autonomously to drive results and exceed individual targets.
  • Dynamic - High energy and resilience, able to pivot quickly as project requirements evolve.
  • No Ego - Approachable, authentic, and humbleβ€”a true team player when collaborating with internal support functions.
  • Attention to Detail - Meticulous with CRM updating and project documentation.

Our benefits:

We have a suite of globally relevant competitive benefits packages as we want to make sure we retain the best talent out there. Our benefits for every perm hire, globally include:

  • Unlimited Paid Time Off - with minimum time you must take set at 20% above statutory.
  • Hybrid working between home and our offices (dependent on role and location).
  • Mental health and wellbeing support - subscription to the Calm app, mental health first-aid buddies, employee assistance programmes.
  • Gig allowance - Β£400 (or local equivalent) to spend on tickets every year to immerse yourself in our industries.
  • Belonging policies - including (but not limited to) support for Parental, Fertility, Miscarriage, Menopause and Transitioning.
  • Training, coaching & mentoring.

Sales Director, Venues & Attractions – EMEA in London employer: Disguise

Disguise is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering unlimited paid time off and hybrid working arrangements to support employee well-being. With a strong focus on professional growth, employees benefit from comprehensive training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities, alongside a gig allowance to engage with the vibrant entertainment industry. Located in London, this role provides a unique chance to drive impactful sales across EMEA's most exciting venues and attractions, making it a rewarding environment for ambitious sales professionals.

Disguise

Contact Details:

Disguise Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Sales Director, Venues & Attractions – EMEA in London

New Business Development
Sales Strategy
Relationship Management
Complex Deal Closing
Sales Forecasting
Pipeline Management
Public Speaking