Partnerships Director: Drive £1M+ Sponsorship Revenue

West Sussex.info; Chichester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Partnership Sales Director to lead sponsorship sales across notable events. Responsibilities include developing a sales strategy, managing a pipeline generating over £1M annually, and securing partnerships across diverse sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven success in commercial sales, strong negotiation skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset. This role offers a competitive package, including a sales bonus scheme and discounts on services.

Benefits

Competitive package and sales bonus

Discounted products and services

Free gym and health club membership

Health cash plan

Free tickets to events

Qualifications

• Proven success in commercial sales, ideally within sport, events or entertainment.
• Experience managing the full sales cycle and securing high-value sponsorship deals.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a commercially driven sponsorship sales strategy.
• Build and manage a pipeline generating c.£1M+ per year.
• Lead high-quality outbound activity and secure new business across diverse sectors.
• Attend industry events and host at Goodwood to strengthen relationships.

Skills

Commercial sales success

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Creative problem solving

Job description

A leading events organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Partnership Sales Director to lead sponsorship sales across notable events. Responsibilities include developing a sales strategy, managing a pipeline generating over £1M annually, and securing partnerships across diverse sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven success in commercial sales, strong negotiation skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset. This role offers a competitive package, including a sales bonus scheme and discounts on services.