Business Development Manager – Hybrid Working (Events & Sponsorship) Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum uncapped commission (on-target earnings of up to £50,000 based on sponsorship targets).
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (with flexible working hours).
Location: Rossendale , Hybrid – Office based 2 days/week (with free parking), remote for the rest.
Talentloop are exclusively partnering with a leading events and sponsorship company to help recruit a passionate and driven Business Development Manager to play a key role in their growth strategy.
This role is ideal for someone with 4 years of experience in business development or sponsorship sales, particularly within events or media.
Key Responsibilities: Define and implement the business development strategy for sponsorships and client events.
Proactively grow sponsorship revenue through outreach and relationship-building activities.
Research and identify potential sponsors aligned with the company's mission and values.
Build and maintain long-term relationships with sponsors, ensuring regular communication and meeting sponsor objectives.
Collaborate with internal teams (events, marketing, and sales) to create tailored sponsorship packages.
Attend events in the UK and abroad to represent the company, network, and drive sponsorship sales.
Manage sponsor fulfilment, including event deliverables, invoicing, and post-event reviews.
Track and report sponsorship progress and sales performance.
What We're Looking For: 4 years of sales experience, with a proven track record in business development or sponsorship sales.
Experience in events or media sales is essential.
Strong negotiation, pitching, and relationship management skills.
High level of organisational and time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects.
Proficiency in CRM systems (preferably HubSpot) and strong IT skills.
Perks and Benefits: Uncapped commission Hybrid working with 2 days in the office (free parking available).
22 days of annual leave, plus your birthday off, a mental health day, and extra holidays for Christmas/New Year closure.
Loyalty holidays after 2 years of service.
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
Summer working hours in July and August.
Regular social events and a local business discount scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant, growing team with exciting future prospects.
If you are ready to take on a new challenge and drive growth, apply now to become an essential part of this growing business.
Talentloop are the exclusive recruitment partner for this role.