Event Sales Executive

EVENT SALES EXECUTIVE – 12 MONTH FTC (SCOPE FOR PERMANENT ROLE)

£25,000-£30,000 + BONUS

BIRMINGHAM

Your chance to join a historic and world renowned organisation at an iconic Birmingham based venue!

THE COMPANY

A hugely successful and hugely popular organisation that has been part of Birmingham for over 150 years – this business is a true staple in Birmingham history. The venue hosts some of biggest events the world has to offer and thousands of people use and enjoy their venue every year!

The business has over 1,000 employees and they boast a highly established events and sales team which is consistently hitting targets – with multiple impressive venue spaces, they are an obvious choice for many in the Midlands area.

THE ROLE

There is now the opportunity for an enthusiastic Event Sales Executive to join their well oiled and structured sales team. You will work closely with clients and also identify relevant partners who could be interested in utilising the venues multiple spaces.

This role has a healthy balance of nurturing warm relationships with clients and also hunting for leads and identifying opportunities to develop colder business.

As the Event Sales Executive you will be responsible for:

• Oversee and manage the event process – from enquiry to invoice with clients.
• Manage inbound enquires and identify appropriate packages and venue space.
• Proactively source new leads and business opportunities.
• Manage the invoice, payment and feedback process.
• Attend industry events and build relationships
• Conduct venue show rounds with clients.

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THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have similar experience within an event sales background or will have worked within a venue – the business is however open depending on sales experience.

In return the agency offers the opportunity to gain some amazing experience and boost your career.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across marketing, creative and events. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

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