About Us Akolade is a leading organiser of industry focused summits and conferences, creating platforms that inspire networking, collaboration and professional growth. Our events bring together top executives, innovators, and decision makers across multiple sectors. As we expand our portfolio, we are seeking a motivated and ambitious Sponsorship Sales Manager to join our growing team. Position Overview The Sponsorship Sales Manger will play a key role in supporting sponsorship revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities, building client relationships, and assisting in the execution of sponsorship agreements. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow their career in sales, with a passion for events and strong relationship building skills. Key ResponsibilitiesResearch and identify potential sponsors across assigned sectors.Reach out to prospects via phone, email, and meetings to introduce sponsorship opportunities.Support the development of tailored proposals to align with client objectives.Maintain accurate records of sales activity and client interactions in the CRM system.Build strong relationships with new and existing clients, ensuring high levels of customer service.Collaborate closely with the events and marketing teams to ensure sponsor requirements are met.Qualifications2-3 years’ experience in sales, business development, or account management (events/media experience is a plus but not essential).Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.Highly motivated and target-driven, with a desire to learn and grow in sponsorship sales.Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; CRM experience (HubSpot preferred) is an advantage.What We OfferCompetitive base salary plus commission structure.Comprehensive training and mentorship to develop your sales career.A vibrant, supportive team culture with opportunities for growth.Exposure to high profile industry events and leading corporate clients.Career progression pathways into senior sponsorship and management roles.
