Now Hiring: Director of New Business Development – Leatherhead, UK Impact XM is a global leader in experiential marketing, creating unforgettable brand experiences for some of the world’s most recognisable companies. As we grow our presence in the UK and across Europe, we’re looking for a strategic and driven Director of New Business Development to join our Leatherhead office and help establish Impact XM as a force in the local market. If you're a commercially minded sales leader with a passion for live events, brand activations, and relationship-building, this is your chance to help shape the next chapter of our global success story—right here in the UK. What You’ll Be Doing Winning New Business: Deliver against annual revenue targets and demonstrate consistent, sustainable growth. Building Strategic Relationships: Identify and engage senior decision-makers across industries to develop high-value opportunities. Leading the Pitch Process: Spearhead capabilities presentations, pitch meetings, and tailored proposals that win business. Driving Sales Strategy: Own and implement a business development strategy tailored to the UK and wider European markets. Keeping Ahead of the Curve: Stay on top of industry trends, client challenges, and competitor activity to position Impact XM as a leader. Networking at Events: Attend major trade shows, conferences, and networking events to meet prospects and open new doors. Client Onboarding: Ensure a smooth and professional handover to internal teams, setting new client relationships up for long-term success. What We’re Looking For Sector Experience: 6–8 years in event marketing, exhibitions, or experiential marketing, ideally with a focus on B2B or brand activations. Proven Sales Performance: A demonstrable track record of identifying opportunities and closing six-figure deals. Strong Communicator: Confident and articulate, with the ability to build rapport and influence senior stakeholders. Leadership Skills: Experience mentoring or managing teams, with a collaborative and strategic approach. Live Event Enthusiast: A passion for face-to-face brand experiences and the impact they have on audience engagement. Why Join Impact XM? Global Company, Local Focus: Join a growing UK team backed by the strength of a global agency. Make a Difference: Take on a high-impact role with real influence on strategic direction. Career Development: Be part of a supportive culture that values growth, innovation, and excellence. Industry Exposure: Attend leading industry events and work with some of the world’s most recognised brands. Ready to lead, connect, and grow with a world-class team? Apply now and be part of Impact XM’s UK and European growth story. About Impact XM Impact XM is a global experiential marketing agency that empowers brands to power business. From events, exhibits and environments to digital engagements and consumer activations, we create experiences that connect brands and consumers in a meaningful way. This ensures we live up to our name by making a positive impact on people’s lives and our clients’ business. OUR BRAND – What We Believe Passion is Paramount – We love what we do, take pride in doing it and celebrate what we accomplish. ABC Always Be CURIOUS – We explore the possibilities, discover innovative solutions, and learn from experience. We>Me Collaboration and transparent communication creates our best work. Trust is Earned – We are defined by our actions and held accountable to our co-workers, clients, and outcomes. Respect is Given – We understand, acknowledge, and appreciate the perspective and actions of others. Impact XM Benefits Impact XM offers a comprehensive benefit package including competitive salaries and the opportunity for growth within our exciting industry!