We are representing a fast-growing, award-winning events and media company seeking a talented Sponsorship Account Manager to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in driving the continued success of one of the UK’s most prestigious design exhibitions.
The Role
As a Sponsorship Account Manager, you will manage and grow a high-profile design event by developing new business, managing key accounts, and selling both exhibition space and sponsorship packages. You will work closely with internal teams to deliver excellent client service, drive revenue, and support the ongoing growth of the event.
Key Responsibilities
* Achieve and exceed weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets
* Maintain call rates, activity levels, and KPIs
* Manage sponsorship and exhibitor accounts, including pricing, positioning, and partnerships
* Identify and convert new business opportunities within the events sector
* Deliver high levels of client retention and service
* Attend national and international industry events to represent the brand
* Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams
* Keep CRM systems and revenue reports accurate and up to date
* Contribute ideas to marketing campaigns and event development
* Ensure contracts are executed and payments managed in line with credit control procedures
* Travel to meet clients as required
Who We’re Looking For
* 1–2+ years’ experience in sponsorship sales within the events sector (essential)
* Strong sales skills with confidence on the phone and in client meetings
* Commercially driven, proactive, and self-starting
* Passionate about design, creativity, and the events industry
* Professional, positive, and collaborative team player
* Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
What’s on Offer
* £30,000 – £45,000 basic salary plus uncapped commission with significant earning potential
* Opportunity to work on the UK’s leading design exhibition
* Structured training and clear career progression
* Dynamic, creative, and inclusive company culture
* Regular recognition and rewards for performance
* Exposure to prestigious national and international events
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sponsorship sales professional to make a real impact on a leading UK event. If you are commercially minded, driven, and ready to grow your career in the events sector, we’d love to hear from you