Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Sponsorship to join a leading international events organisation within the energy sector. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for driving sponsorship and partnership revenue across a portfolio of global events and initiatives.
You will manage existing sponsors while identifying and securing new partnership opportunities across the global natural gas, hydrogen, low carbon solutions and energy transition sectors. Working closely with Content, Marketing and senior leadership teams, you will develop and execute sponsorship strategies to maximise commercial revenue and deliver a premium customer experience.
The successful candidate will lead B2B sponsorship sales campaigns, oversee sponsorship fulfilment, manage key client relationships and support the development of compelling commercial proposals and presentations. You will also be responsible for mentoring junior team members and ensuring sponsorship opportunities are delivered effectively before, during and after events.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience within B2B sponsorship, exhibition or event sales
- Strong commercial and strategic sales background
- Experience managing and developing team members
- Ability to negotiate and structure high value sponsorship deals
- Excellent relationship building and client management skills
- Experience using Salesforce and managing targeted sales campaigns
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Knowledge of the energy, oil & gas or wider energy transition sectors would be advantageous
This role would suit an ambitious and commercially driven individual looking to join a dynamic and entrepreneurial team environment.
This is a permanent position and you will be in the office 5 days a week.
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
