Sales Executive

Newcastle United; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent sports club in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Sales Executive to drive new business for matchdays and events through effective inbound and outbound strategies. The role requires a proactive individual with strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills, and offers a range of excellent benefits including a non-contractual employee bonus scheme and other perks. If you're looking to thrive in a vibrant environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Employee bonus scheme

Life assurance

Free parking

Discounts at Shearers Bar

Access to free GP appointments

Pension contributions

Free lunch

Free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Proactive and target-driven individual.
• Strong experience in sales, preferably in a similar environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking setting.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business through inbound and outbound channels.
• Create tailored proposals and manage sales pipeline.
• Deliver exceptional customer service at every stage.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Sales pipeline management

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Sales Executive

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Contract Type: Fixed Term (6 months)

Closing Date: Thursday 15th January 2026

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and target-driven Sales Executive to join our Commercial team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving new business for matchdays and events through both inbound and outbound channels. You’ll work closely with clients to create tailored proposals, manage the sales pipeline, and deliver exceptional customer service at every stage.

Your impact

As a Sales Executive, you will maximise inbound enquiries and actively source new opportunities through cold calling and email outreach. You’ll develop customised proposals based on client needs, conduct hospitality tours, and ensure seamless handovers to the delivery team. Your ability to achieve monthly sales targets, maintain accurate CRM records, and collaborate effectively with colleagues will be key to success. This role requires strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work რას and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We.Working commitment to be a place where everyonelibrary is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place highylch Value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.

How to apply

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Please apply as soon as possible as this vacancy may close early should we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.

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Any candidates supplied, unless formally requested, will be taken as a direct / free candidate.