Conference and exhibition sales manager

Conference and Exhibition Sales Manager | Telford | Permanent |GBP35,000 - GBP40,000pa + Bonus Are you a well-networked, tenacious Sales Manager with key experience within selling conferences or large-scale exhibitions? Are you looking for an opportunity to work within an agency environment, where no two projects are the same? One of the UK rsquo;s longest serving Independent Marketing Agencies are seeking a Conference and Exhibition Sales Manager on a permanent basis to head up their Conference Management division, offering excellent opportunities to progress. The Company Set in idyllic rural surroundings, built upon a team of industry-leading creatives, this unique Independent Marketing Agency is as classy as it is successful. This owner-managed organisation is Shropshire rsquo;s longest serving Agency, with a busy portfolio of highly valued Clients who relish the benefits of the 360 services that they offer. Ever evolving and developing, the agency consistently strives for greatness and delivers an exemplary service to Clients in the UK and overseas. In terms of Conference Management, for the past c.10 years they have provided a 360-project management solution for the largest Exhibition at the N.E.C as well as a host of other notable events. The Opportunity * Developing and utilising your strong network of clients to secure projects. * Pitching and presenting to prospective Clients. * Closely managing and nurturing relationships taking a consultative approach to best understand the needs of individual clients. * Working closely with internal colleagues to create on-brand and enticing supporting collateral to maximise opportunities. * Monday ndash; Friday, 8:30 ndash; 5pm day to day, however flexibility is required during exhibitions and events as per business needs. The Candidate * You will be an experienced Sales Manager, specifically within the conference and exhibition industry. * A strong networker, who takes an active interest in staying ldquo;one step ahead rdquo; of your competition * You will have a full UK drivers rsquo; licence and access to your own car due to the rural location of the office For further information please contact Lydia Johnson at Seymour John Ltd By responding, we will register you as a candidate with Seymour John Limited. To understand how we will use your personal data, please read the Privacy Policy on our website