Caselton Clark

Business Development Manager - Sponsorship Sales Private Equity Sector London / Hybrid Full-Time Competitive Salary + Commission Are you a driven dealmaker with a passion for connecting top-tier brands with elite audiences? Do you thrive at the intersection of finance and commercial strategy? If so, we want to hear from you. The Role: We are seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to join our fast-paced commercial team. You will be responsible for identifying, pitching, and closing sponsorship deals with service providers looking to connect with senior executives in the private equity space. Key Responsibilities: Proactively identify and engage new sponsorship prospects within the private equity and finance ecosystem Develop bespoke sponsorship packages that align with client objectives and our event portfolios Manage the full sales cycle - from lead generation and pitch to negotiation and close Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders and sponsors Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and private equity industry developments Achieve and exceed revenue targets What We're Looking For: Proven B2B sales experience, ideally within sponsorship, media, or financial services Strong understanding of private equity, investment management, or professional services markets Consultative sales approach with excellent presentation and negotiation skills Self-motivated, target-driven, and highly organized Exceptional communication skills and commercial acumen

Title: Account Manager Salary: £57-60K Location: London Hybrid Key Responsibilities: Create a sales plan for the designated sales territory Generate sales through development and maintenance of tactical and strategic relationships with clients Understanding your client's explicit business needs and requirements in a fast-moving market is essential to the role Provide a high level of customer service at all times Write great proposals Ensure all leads and contacts are followed up in a timely and professional manner. Carry out effective research and preparation for your calls and meetings Attend industry and company events when required Skills, experience and personal attributes: A minimum of 5 years sponsorship sales experience from events and media background Ability to sell multi-channel/integrated campaigns across digital and live events A consultative sales process in handling complex briefs, responding with considered and creative solutions. High standard of interpersonal skills, professional confidence and tenacity Good organisational and time management skills: essential to handle the workload of managing multiple complex accounts Strong sense of customer service and client management Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate technical information to all audiences Demonstrable proficiency in proposal writing, handling multiple stakeholder meetings, running presentations and objection handling

Sales Director (Events) - Transformational Leadership Role Up to £115,000 basic + 20% OTE + excellent benefits & uncapped overage This is a rare opportunity for a high-impact commercial leader to drive real change. We're seeking a Sales Director ready to lead a strategic shift from transactional sponsorship sales to a value-based, consultative model. With full P&L responsibility and a direct influence on a multi-million revenue portfolio, you'll join a senior leadership team tasked with elevating quality, customisation, and client ROI across a restructured portfolio of high-growth events. You'll bring strong leadership, a modern sales mindset and the ability to inspire a team of seven through cultural and operational transformation. Data-driven, emotionally intelligent, and commercially sharp , you'll know how to move the conversation from specs to strategy. This is your chance to embed best-in-class methodology, champion campaign-led thinking, and unlock the full potential of a rapidly growing division. Requirements: Proven track record leading consultative B2B sales teams Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and emotional intelligence Experience in transforming legacy sales cultures Adept at stakeholder management and driving growth through insight Please send your CV forward to or to be considered for this position. If you feel you are not suited to this role but know someone who is, please contact us for details of our generous referral scheme. Caselton Clark are a specialist recruitment agency for media, events, exhibitions and conferences. For our latest vacancies please visit

Commercial Manager (Event Sponsorship) Fintech Central London £45k + £70k OTE YR1 + Excellent Benefits An award winning & respected membership association is currently looking for a commercial manager to join them in the hunt for further commercial success. Based in Central London, my client are a progressive and forward thinking organisation who offer an excellent work/life balance click apply for full job details