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Senior Business Development Manager - Events

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 25 days ago

  • Sector: Event Operations
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Natasha Dilleyston
  • Contact Email: natasha.dilleyston@handle.co.uk
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Expiry Date: 30 October 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH112628

Our client, a leading global events agency delivering award winning live, virtual and hybrid events is looking for an ambitious Senior Business Development Manager responsible for developing and nurturing strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients. Working closely with the Director of Business Development & Growth, this role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional networking skills and a deep understanding of the event industry.


As a priority you will:

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities across key markets - US, Europe and UK

  • Proactively drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities

  • Develop and present compelling proposals to potential new and existing clients

  • Engaging in industry events, conducting research, arranging strategic meetings, and generating new prospects

  • Responsible for building and managing a robust pipeline of new business & forecasted opportunities and nurture client relationships for long-term growth

  • Nurture existing and new client relationships

  • Work with the Operations and Productions team on event planning, and ensuring client satisfaction

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To be successful, you will need:

  • A minimum of 4+ years of working in the events industry and account management as well as client relationship management

  • Experience in acquiring and securing new business opportunities and growing the business with existing clients

  • Success in securing and managing high-value partnerships, with a history of delivering significant business outcomes

  • Strong strategic thinking and planning skills to drive sustainable business development and account growth

  • Results-driven mindset with robust sales acumen, capable of meeting ambitious targets and driving revenue growth

This role offers a 2/3 hybrid pattern and flexible working for a healthier work life balance.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please hot apply or send me a message!

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