International Event Sales Executive (US Markets)
Location: Bristol (Office-based)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00pm - 9:00pm (aligned with US markets)
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 base (DOE) + uncapped commission
OTE (Year 1): £55,000 - £65,000
Top Performers: £85,000+
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
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About Business Show Media
Business Show Media is a global events company behind some of the world’s largest and fastest-growing business exhibitions. We connect entrepreneurs, SMEs, and industry leaders with the ideas, tools, and networks they need to scale.
With flagship events in London, Las Vegas, Miami, Sydney, and Singapore, we’re continuing to expand our international sales teams to fuel rapid global growth.
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The Role
This is a full-cycle sales role focused on selling exhibition space and sponsorship opportunities to businesses targeting US and international markets.
You’ll manage qualified leads from first contact through to close, building strong relationships with exhibitors and sponsors across our global portfolio. High performers will have clear progression opportunities into senior sales, account management, or event management roles.
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What You’ll Be Doing
* Managing the full sales cycle from qualified lead to close
* Selling exhibition space and sponsorship packages for international business events
* Engaging senior decision-makers via phone, email, and LinkedIn
* Conducting needs analysis and presenting tailored event solutions
* Building and managing a strong pipeline to exceed revenue targets
* Collaborating with business development, marketing, and event teams
* Attending live international events and supporting onsite sales activity
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Who This Role Is For
This role suits ambitious, driven sales professionals who enjoy a fast-paced, target-focused environment and want to earn uncapped commission.
You are:
* Confident, persuasive, and comfortable selling over the phone
* Commercially minded with a results-driven attitude
* Resilient when handling objections and closing deals
* Interested in business, entrepreneurship, and global events
* Motivated by commission and clear career progression
* Able to work 12:00pm–9:00pm to align with US clients
* Based in the UK and able to work full-time from the office
Previous sales experience is beneficial but not essential - full training is provided.
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What We Offer
* £27,000 - £30,000 base salary
* Uncapped commission (Year 1 OTE £55,000 - £65,000)
* Top performers earning £80,000+
* Structured sales and product training
* Clear career progression pathways
* International travel to major global events
* Supportive, high-energy team culture
* Regular incentives, rewards, and team socials
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Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking to fast-track your sales career in a global events business and gain exposure to international markets, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us build world-class business events worldwide.