Sponsorship Sales Manager - Sustainability

Sponsorship Sales Manager – Sustainability
London / Hybrid
35-40k Base, Uncapped 60-70k OTE + Executive Benefits
  
As a leading provider of intelligence, insights and information focused on sustainability and green investments, our growing client delivers well-received flagship events. Due to business growth, they now have an immediate opening for a Sponsorship Sales Manager to join a high-performing team based in London.
  
The Sponsorship Sales Manager will:  

• Achieve a £200k annual sales target through stand sales, conference sponsorships, and bespoke packages.
• Research and stay informed on sustainability trends, actively engaging with news, events, and social channels.
• Generate new leads daily through inbound and outbound activities, including LinkedIn outreach and event networking.
• Deliver 20 compelling proposals per month to secure sponsorships and partnerships.
• Secure at least one sponsorship deal per month, integrated with stand sales or other agreements.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to execute campaigns targeting specific audiences and database segments.
• Manage all sales activity within the CRM (Pipedrive) for accurate pipeline tracking and forecasting.
• Represent the company at events, strengthening client relationships and driving revenue opportunities.
• Support smaller virtual and in-person networking events and contribute to the success of the flagship event with over 7,500 attendees.
• Assist in creating and proofreading marketing materials, ensuring high-quality communications.

Sponsorship Sales Manager applicant will possess the following skills, traits, and experience:  

• Proven sales experience, ideally in events, sustainability, or a related field, with a successful track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to craft compelling proposals and engaging presentations.
• Knowledge of the sustainability sector and the opportunities presented by the net-zero transition.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Pipedrive), Microsoft Office, or Google Workspace, with familiarity with social media platforms.
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Analytical skills to assess campaign performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• A collaborative mindset, thriving in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to independently develop strategies, solve problems, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Passion for sustainability and understanding of how businesses can positively impact the environment and society.
• Flexibility to attend industry events, sometimes outside typical office hours, and adapt to occasional remote work requirements.

The successful Sponsorship Sales Manager will be offered:  

• A base salary circa 35-40k
• An uncapped 60-70k OTE
• Generous PTO
• Rapid career progression
• Ongoing training
• Lively and fun team
• Social activities

Certus Recruitment Group is a well-established and experienced specialist consultancy providing sales, marketing, and IT recruitment services. We serve the technology sector across the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia.
  
If you are ready to take your sales career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!