Events Market Development Lead

Location: Manufacturing Technology Centre, Ansty Park, Coventry

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Contract: Permanent – 36 hours per week – Hybrid working options

As our Events Market Development Lead, you’ll take the lead in generating new business opportunities and driving revenue growth across corporate and agency sectors. You’ll proactively build and manage your own pipeline of prospects, develop strong client relationships, and deliver bespoke proposals that align with our sales strategy. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven experience in event sales or business development who thrives on achieving targets.

• Drive revenue growth through proactive sales and new business generation
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified leads
• Develop strategic account plans for national corporate organisations and event agencies
• Host site visits, attend trade shows, and network to boost brand awareness
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver world-class events
• Manage CRM systems and ensure seamless handover to event delivery teams

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition
• Strong consultative and solution-based selling skills
  
  Experience working with corporate clients, venue finding, and event agencies
• Highly organised, commercially astute, and confident in contract negotiation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

An established network of contacts and knowledge of manufacturing or technical markets.

• Competitive salary up to £45,000
• Flexible working and hybrid options
• Excellent benefits including Vitality Medical, Company Pension, Tusker Car Scheme, Cycle to Work, and more