Sales Manager

Job description

Sales Manager – Exhibitions

East London - onsite

c£60k DOE + Uncapped Commission

About the Company

Ark is partnering with a well established UK events and media company known for delivering some of the nation’s most recognised and award winning exhibitions. Working alongside major brands, they create large scale consumer and trade events that make a real impact.

They’re now seeking a Sales Manager to take ownership of revenue generation for one of their leading industry trade shows. This is a high profile role with full accountability for driving income through stand sales, sponsorship, and strategic partnerships, while collaborating with senior stakeholders to ensure sustained growth and success

Key Responsibilities

• Take the lead on exhibition sales activity, including stands, sponsorship packages, and partnerships, consistently hitting and exceeding targets.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of exhibitors and partners across sectors such as lifestyle, home, gifting, and food & drink.
• Develop and present tailored, creative proposals that align with client objectives and event goals.
• Negotiate and close high value deals with senior level stakeholders.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and operations teams to ensure exceptional campaign delivery and client satisfaction.
• Identify new business opportunities and revenue streams through innovation and market analysis.
• Analyse sales performance and commercial metrics to inform strategy and optimise outcomes.
• Represent the brand at key industry events to generate leads and maintain market visibility.
• Mentor and motivate your team to achieve targets and professional growth.
• Contribute to post event reporting and strategic planning to shape future success.

About You

We’re looking for a results driven, confident, and entrepreneurial commercial professional who thrives in a creative, fast paced events environment. You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in senior exhibition, sponsorship, or event sales roles.
• A track record of achieving or exceeding significant revenue targets.
• Strong skills in business development, relationship management, and negotiation.
• The ability to craft tailored, persuasive proposals for senior-level clients.
• Commercial awareness and creative problem solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team.
• A collaborative, positive attitude with strong leadership instincts.
• Experience working across lifestyle, interiors, or consumer sectors is a bonus.

What’s on Offer

• c60k base salary DOE + uncapped commission.
• Generous bonus opportunities and performance rewards.
• 25 days annual leave + your birthday off (with a gift and cake!).
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Private healthcare scheme.
• Two legendary company parties a year (summer and Christmas!).
• A supportive, social, and high-performing team culture.
• Real opportunity to shape a flagship event and make your mark in a creative, fast-growing business.

Sound like your next move? Then apply now or get in touch with Robyn or Ellie for more information.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-04-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English