Venue Sales & Events Growth Manager

City Football Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major football organization based in Manchester seeks a Venue Sales Business Development Manager. This individual will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, managing key accounts, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in sales, a strong understanding of the events industry, and excellent negotiation skills. Benefits include 26 days of annual leave, private healthcare, an annual bonus, and lifestyle discounts.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Annual discretionary bonus

Lifestyle discounts

Birthday day off

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience exceeding revenue targets.
• Knowledge of local, national, and international events markets.
• Experience with stadia or large venues.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities and manage a sales pipeline.
• Develop and grow key accounts for repeat business and upselling.
• Provide accurate reporting on pipeline performance.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Networking

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

A major football organization based in Manchester seeks a Venue Sales Business Development Manager. This individual will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, managing key accounts, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in sales, a strong understanding of the events industry, and excellent negotiation skills. Benefits include 26 days of annual leave, private healthcare, an annual bonus, and lifestyle discounts.