Sales Executive
Optima Recruitment
Weybridge
Full-time
GBP 30,000 – 35,000
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Business Development Executive
Overview
We are seeking a motivated, commercially driven, and proactive individual to join a growing sales team focused on expanding a portfolio of international business events. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities across a range of industry sectors and engaging with senior decision-makers from organisations of varying sizes.
Salary & Benefits
- Basic salary: £30,000–£35,000 (dependent on experience)
- Uncapped commission structure with monthly payments and performance bonuses
- Year 1 On-Target Earnings (OTE): approximately £60,000
- Longer-term earning potential: £75,000–£100,000+
- Additional company benefits package
- Contribute to the commercial success of a portfolio of international B2B events.
- Identify, develop, and maintain a pipeline of prospective exhibitors, sponsors, and commercial partners.
- Generate revenue through the sale of exhibition space, sponsorship opportunities, and related event products.
- Execute consistent outbound sales activity and work towards individual and team revenue targets.
- Maintain accurate records and manage opportunities within the company's CRM system.
- Engage with prospective clients through a combination of cold outreach, networking, referrals, and existing relationships.
- Build and manage relationships with both new and existing clients to maximise value and event participation.
- Collaborate with internal departments, including marketing and operations, to support successful event delivery.
- Provide a high level of customer service throughout the sales cycle.
- Previous sales experience in either a business-to-business (B2B) or business-to-consumer (B2C) environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Highly motivated, target-driven, and results-oriented.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced sales environment.
- Competent user of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Experience using professional networking platforms and digital prospecting tools for business development activities.
- Professional and enthusiastic approach.
- Commercially minded with a proactive attitude.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with a diverse range of contacts.
- Collaborative team player with a positive and flexible mindset.
- Competitive commission and bonus structure.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including additional seasonal office closure.
- Potential opportunities for international travel.
- Informal and supportive working environment.
- Regular team and company social events.
- Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
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