Fortem International
Graduate Sales Executive – International Events
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Graduate Sales Executive - International Events
Location: Soho, London
Salary: £30,000 basic + Uncapped Commission
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Company Description
Fortem International is one of the world’s fastest-growing trade exhibition organisers, with more than 20 years of experience delivering market-leading B2B events across the globe.
Our portfolio spans a wide range of industries, including Technology, Environment, Healthcare, Retail, Hospitality, Leisure, Aerospace, and Manufacturing. We organise some of the most successful business events worldwide, connecting thousands of senior decision-makers with the companies shaping the future of their industries.
With offices in London, New York, Bristol, Cornwall, and Dubai, we offer ambitious people the opportunity to build an international career within a rapidly expanding business.
About the Graduate Scheme
This is more than just a graduate job - it’s the start of a career in international sales.
Our Graduate Sales Executive Scheme is designed for ambitious individuals who want to learn from some of the best sales professionals in the events industry. You’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and genuine responsibility from day one, developing the skills needed to become a high-performing sales professional.
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You’ll learn every stage of the sales process, from selling visitor and delegate tickets to securing six-figure sponsorship packages and exhibition space for some of the world’s leading brands.
If you’re driven, resilient, and excited by the opportunity to build a rewarding career with uncapped earning potential, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Building relationships with businesses across multiple industries.
- Selling exhibition space to companies looking to showcase their products and services.
- Securing sponsorship opportunities for leading international events.
- Selling delegate and visitor packages across our global portfolio.
- Identifying new business opportunities through outbound sales activity.
- Managing your own client portfolio and developing long-term relationships.
- Negotiating commercial agreements with senior decision-makers.
- Working closely with marketing and operations teams to deliver exceptional events.
- Travelling to exhibitions and industry events where required.
What We’re Looking For
- A recent graduate or someone looking to start a career in sales.
- Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Confident communicating with people at all levels.
- Competitive, ambitious, and eager to succeed.
- Resilient and comfortable working towards targets.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Organised with strong attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- No previous sales experience is required. We’ll teach you everything you need to know.
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What You’ll Receive
- £30,000 basic salary.
- Uncapped commission with realistic first-year earnings well above your base salary.
- Comprehensive sales training from experienced industry professionals.
- Clear career progression with opportunities to become a Senior Sales Executive, Sales Manager, and beyond.
- The opportunity to work on internationally recognised events.
- International travel opportunities.
- Modern office in the heart of Soho, London.
- A fun, ambitious, and high-performing team culture.
- Company incentives, team socials, and regular performance rewards.
Why Fortem International?
We’re looking for people who want more than just a job. We want future leaders who are ready to work hard, develop world-class sales skills, and build a successful career with a company that continues to grow globally.
If you’re ambitious, driven, and ready to kick-start your career with one of the world’s leading exhibition organisers, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and begin your journey with Fortem International.
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