Senior Sales Manager, Brand Partnerships - Live Events

An incredible opportunity to work for an innovative and evolving business that is immersed in culture, lifestyle, live experience and is on path to become a real game changer in the live music and entertainment space.

As Senior Sales Manager (Brand Partnerships), you will be responsible for driving new business that align with the business goals and objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining strong external relationships with potential sponsors, corporate partners, and supporters, through securing and leading new business meetings
• Qualifying new business discussions and close brand partnerships deal to achieve your personal annual target
• Collaborating with the rest of the team to develop and produce partnership strategies that drive engagement and maximise value for both parties
• Maintaining regular communication and addressing any partnership issues that arise
• Negotiation of partnership agreements and contracts to ensure favourable terms and conditions

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience in music brand partnerships sales focused role
• Have a personal network of global brand partners in Europe, US and Africa
• Have a strong affinity and deep knowledge of the Afrobeats and Amapiano culture
• Be self-motivated, reliable and someone who thrives on cultivating connections
• Have excellent influencing and negotiation skills

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.