Business Development Manager (Public Sector)

TL;DR

Business Development Manager (Public Sector): Selling high-value sponsorship packages for premium networking events in the UK public sector with an accent on lead generation and relationship management. Focus on closing high-value deals, managing the sales pipeline in Salesforce, and executing on-site client management.

Location: Predominantly office-based in London or Crawley, UK (flexibility available after probation)

Company

PNE, part of the hirify.global Group, is a leading UK corporate-hosted events business specializing in curated networking events for Education, Healthcare, and the Public Sector.

What you will do

• Close and repeat high-value sponsorship sales for premium networking events.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers to grow accounts.
• Manage and update the sales pipeline using Salesforce CRM.
• Conduct on-site face-to-face client management and event execution.
• Identify and secure new clients with major account potential.
• Gather product and company feedback from clients and prospects.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in B2B sales, preferably within event sponsorship.
• Proven track record of winning new business and managing client accounts.
• Ability to employ a consultative sales approach to sell concepts.
• Proficiency across multiple sales platforms: telephone, email, social, and in-person.
• Must be based in or able to work from the London or Crawley offices.
• Ability to work US hours when required.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced environment motivated by achievement and impact.
• Competitive commission structure.
• Flexibility available following the successful completion of probation.
• Inclusive work environment committed to diversity and equal opportunity.