Media Contacts Ltd
Business Development Executive (B2B Events)
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This is an outstanding opportunity for a bright, ambitious graduate looking to build a career in consultative B2B sales within one of the world's leading events businesses.
If you're naturally curious, enjoy learning about new technologies and are excited by the rapid advancement of AI and life sciences, this role offers the chance to work with senior industry leaders while developing valuable commercial skills that will stay with you throughout your career.
About the company
Our client is a global events business with a market-leading portfolio of conferences and exhibitions across a range of high-growth industries. Their life sciences events bring together C-suite executives, innovators and decision-makers to discuss the latest advances in biotechnology, AI, pharmaceuticals and healthcare.
The events industry is currently experiencing significant growth, with substantial investment flowing into the sector as businesses increasingly recognise the value of face-to-face networking, relationship building and knowledge sharing. As AI continues to transform many industries, the ability to build relationships, negotiate and influence senior decision-makers has become even more valuable, making this an exciting and resilient career path.
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Responsibilities include:
- Selling bespoke sponsorship partnerships and exhibition packages across an international portfolio of life sciences events
- Building relationships with C-suite executives and developing a consultative understanding of their commercial objectives
- Researching emerging technologies, AI developments and market trends to identify new business opportunities
- Managing the full sales process from prospecting through to negotiation, closing and account growth
Requirements include:
- A 2:1 degree or above from a well-regarded university
- Naturally curious with a genuine interest in AI, technology and innovation
- Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage senior decision-makers
- Ambitious, commercially minded and motivated to build a career in consultative sales
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Why apply?
This is much more than a graduate sales role. You'll develop highly transferable commercial skills while becoming a trusted adviser to some of the world's most innovative life sciences businesses. You'll receive industry-leading training, enjoy clear progression and strong earning potential, and build expertise in a sector at the forefront of innovation. If you're looking for a career that combines intellectual curiosity, commercial success and long-term stability, this is an excellent place to start.
It is also a place you can earn really well with a competitive basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000 with uncapped commission on top.
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