Sales Director, Fintech Meetup Europe

Sales Director, Fintech Meetup Europe – Hyve Group

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Hyve connects global industry communities through unmissable events, online networking platforms, and hyper‑productive meeting programs. Our market‑leading portfolio of global brands includes Fintech Meetup, HLTH, Manifest, Possible, and Shoptalk.

Fintech Meetup Europe is the most efficient way for the region’s fintech ecosystem to connect, learn, and do business. Built by the team behind Fintech Meetup USA, the launch replaces traditional exhibition booths with curated, ROI‑driven connections and engagement across fintech, paytech, banking, and financial services.

The Sales Director is a senior individual contributor responsible for securing high‑value partnerships and driving commercial success for Fintech Meetup Europe. Reporting to the Event Director, you’ll focus on closing complex sponsorship deals across key verticals including fintech, paytech, banking, financial services, and investors.

You’ll work directly with high‑profile accounts and go‑to‑market partners to build long‑term commercial value, guiding them from early conversations through to deal close and successful delivery.

• Land and grow a portfolio of major partners across fintech, banking, payments, and investment
• Develop strategic account plans and close complex, multi‑product SPEX deals (€100K+)
• Lead commercial conversations from prospecting through pitch, proposal, negotiation, and close.
• Convert launch partners into long‑term clients by building trust and delivering value
• Act as the senior point of contact for assigned accounts, internally and externally
• Collaborate with the Event Director on sales strategy, pipeline planning, and commercial delivery
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Content, Community) to ensure an excellent partner experience
• Track performance, manage pipeline health, and provide accurate revenue forecast
• Attendance at Fintech Meetup Europe, Fintech Meetup US, and select industry events across Europe is required. Candidates must hold valid travel documentation, including an up‑to‑date passport and eligibility for European and US visas.

• 5+ years in senior B2B sales, strategic partnerships, or event sponsorship
• Proven ability to land and grow six‑figure commercial deals
• Strong understanding of the fintech and financial services ecosystem preferred
• Gravitas and credibility in high‑stakes client conversations with C‑level stakeholders
• Commercial instinct and comfort operating in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments
• Highly client‑focused, with strong listening, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Skilled in CRM platforms (Hub Spot, Salesforce, etc.) and disciplined in pipeline hygiene
• Collaborative mindset and experience working across cross‑functional delivery teams

Director

Full‑time, Permanent, Hybrid

Paddington, London

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