Our client is a successful B2B events business who run corporate events and conferences across the globe. They are now looking to expand their sales team by recruiting an Event Sales Associate to join on a full-time, permanent basis. The ideal candidate will ideally have a background in sales and be able to converse confidently with senior decision makers at all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business within a fast-paced and exciting industry sector. Key Responsibilities:

• Reaching out to senior decision makers by email, Linkedin and telephone to commence conversations about forthcoming events.
• Build relationships with potential representatives to grow own portfolio of clients, with the aim of booking delegates onto events.
• Take ownership of the sales process, including building and overseeing pipelines on the CRM.
• Take control of Pre-Event Questionnaires.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Previous sales experience in an office-based role is essential.
• Proactive and able to drive a sales pipeline by making contact with a large volume of potential contacts in a niche sector.
• Strong problem-solving, organisation, and planning skills with an eye for detail.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
• Excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter, conscientious, agile, and enthusiastic.
• Must have own transport and driving license.
• UK Passport holder and able to travel internationally several times per year.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an international business and would suit a sales professional who enjoys meeting new people. You will be paid a competitive basic salary but also enjoy an un-capped bonus structure with the opportunity to add between £3-5,000 per annum (approx) in additional salary!If you feel that you have the sales skills and tenacity that our client is looking for, please apply today for a fast response.