Sponsorship Sales Account Manager

Are you a commercially driven sales professional with a flair for creativity and a passion for design and architecture? Do you thrive on building relationships, smashing targets, and working in a vibrant, collaborative environment?

We re working on behalf of a fast-growing, award-winning events and media company that is looking for a talented Account Manager to join their team and help drive the success of one of the UK s most prestigious design exhibitions.

The Role:

As an Account Manager, you ll play a key role in growing a high-profile design event by developing new business, managing key accounts, and selling exhibition space and sponsorship packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve and exceed weekly, monthly, and annual sales targets
• Maintain expected work rates and KPIs
• Manage exhibitor accounts including pricing, positioning, and partnerships
• Identify and convert new business opportunities
• Maintain a high standard of client service and retention
• Attend national and international design events
• Collaborate with internal teams across sales, marketing, and operations
• Maintain accurate CRM and revenue tracking
• Contribute creatively to marketing campaigns and show development
• Ensure contracts are fulfilled and payments are followed up with credit control
• Travel to meet clients when appropriate

What We re Looking For:

• 1 2+ years of B2B sales experience (events/media/design sector is a plus)
• Confident communicator with strong phone and face-to-face sales skills
• Passion for the design and architecture industry
• Proactive and commercially driven with a self-starting attitude
• Willingness to travel and attend client meetings and industry events
• Open-minded and eager to build a long-term career in a collaborative environment
• Team player with a professional and positive approach

What You ll Get:

• Work on the UK s leading design event
• £35,000 - £45,000 basic plus uncapped commission and strong earning potential
• A dynamic and inclusive company culture
• Structured training and long-term career development
• Exposure to exciting national and international events
• Recognition and rewards for your success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated sales professional to join a creative and successful team. If you're ambitious, people-focused, and excited by the idea of working in the design events space, we d love to hear from you.

To apply, contact David Mason at Greys Specialist Recruitment