Job Title: Sponsorship Sales Executive Salary: 40,000-65,000 (DOE + commission potential)
Location: Ware, Hertfordshire (Office-based, 5 days per week)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Industry: Events / Exhibitions / Conferences
About the Role
We are seeking a driven and commercially minded Sponsorship Sales Executive to spearhead sponsorship revenue across a portfolio of established and growing events. This is an office-based role where you'll be central to developing strong relationships, creating value-led sponsorship packages, and securing long-term partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively generate new sponsorship leads and convert them into long-term clients.
Manage, nurture, and grow existing sponsor accounts.
Develop compelling sponsorship proposals tailored to client objectives.
Conduct outbound sales calls, meetings, and presentations to senior decision-makers.
Maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and accurately forecast revenue.
Work closely with internal teams (marketing, operations, event production) to deliver high-quality sponsorship experiences.
Conduct market research to identify new sectors and partnership opportunities.
Represent the company at events, networking sessions, and industry functions.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven track record in B2B sponsorship or media sales (events experience preferred).
Confident in outbound sales, negotiation, and closing high-value deals.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to understand client needs.
Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Comfortable working full-time from the office.
What We Offer
Competitive salary of 40,000-65,000 (dependent on experience).
Attractive commission/bonus structure.
Opportunity to take ownership of key events and sponsorship revenue.
Supportive team culture with room for progression.
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