Event Sales Executive

Event Sales Executive. A Bristol based B2B media firm are looking for an Event Sales Executive to join the team and work on events, conferences and award ceremonies in the US and the UK.

The Event Sales Executive will ideally have at least one year of B2B event sales experience, along with a great attitude, drive, and determination to build successful relationships with key decision-makers within their sector.
The Event Sales Executive will be a great rapport builder, possess a great consultative sales approach, with solid
objection handling skills, and not be afraid to roll your sleeves up and get the job done. You’ll be joining a small passionate team led by our Sales Director, and you will be expected to immerse yourself in the industry (attending relevant events etc) and make the role your own.
The Event Sales Executive will be capable of developing and winning new business whilst continuing to strengthen relationships within an existing client portfolio.
The Event Sales Executive will be a strong negotiator and possess exceptional time management and organisational skills to sell our wide portfolio of products.

Key Requirements Overview:

? Experience in B2B sales with a demonstrable successful sales record
? Event/Experience sales experience (preferred)
? Flexible and able to work at pace within a highly demanding and at times pressurised
environment
? Consultative approach with a strong closing capability
? CRM experience (we use HubSpot)
? Hunger to exceed targets with a tenacious attitude
? Excellent organisation and multi-tasking skills

The Event Sales Executive salary is £27-30k £40k+ OTE + great benefits

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