Business Development Manager - Events

Event Sales Manager - Travel SectorLocation: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days in office) Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + Commission Opportunity for Fast-Track PromotionAre you a natural hunter with a passion for travel, events, and building lasting client partnerships?My client is reigniting a long-standing events division that thrived pre-COVID and we''re looking for a proactive Event Sales Manager to bring it back to life and take it even further.About the RoleThis is a newly created position for a proactive, commercially driven business developer who can identify, engage, and convert clients within the travel sector from airlines and tour operators to travel brands and agencies.You''ll sell in our end-to-end event services, covering everything from conferences, galas, and dinners to incentive trips, meetings, and corporate celebrations. Your focus will be on building a client base from scratch, leveraging every channel available:Cold calling and warm outreachLinkedIn networking and messagingMarket mapping and lead generationAttending industry events and networking functionsYou''ll uncover opportunities, understand clients'' event portfolios and annual needs, and turn that insight into tailored proposals and winning pitches.About YouWe''re looking for someone who thrives on the chase of new business and loves the idea of turning prospects into long-term partners. You might come from a travel background with strong B2B sales experience or from the events industry with a real passion for ..... full job details .....