Commercial Manager

Are you a proven exhibition and sponsorship sales leader looking for an opportunity to shape the launch of a major consumer event? We're working with one of the UK's leading events businesses to recruit a Commercial Manager who will play a key role in the growth and commercial success of a flagship consumer exhibition. This is an opportunity to take ownership of both sponsorship and exhibition revenue while leading and developing a high-performing sales team. You'll be responsible for driving new business, securing major sponsorship agreements, growing exhibitor participation, and creating innovative commercial partnerships that deliver value for both clients and the event. The Role • Lead, motivate and develop a commercial sales team to achieve and exceed revenue targets • Drive sponsorship, partnership and exhibition stand sales across a flagship live event portfolio • Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting • Create compelling commercial proposals tailored to client objectives • Support and coach team members through regular one-to-ones and performance reviews • Work closely with marketing, content and operations teams to develop new revenue-generating opportunities • Build long-term relationships with key sponsors, exhibitors and industry stakeholders • Analyse market trends, sales performance and floorplan strategy to maximise commercial success What We're Looking For • Proven experience in exhibition sales, sponsorship sales or event partnerships • A track record of delivering revenue growth within large-scale events • Experience managing, coaching or mentoring sales teams • Strong new business development and relationship management skills • Ability to negotiate and close high-value commercial agreements • Experience creating tailored sponsorship and exhibition proposals • Commercially astute, proactive and highly motivated • Experience within consumer, lifestyle, interiors, home improvement or related sectors would be advantageous What's On Offer • £60,000 basic + £20,000 OTE • Uncapped commission structure • Performance-related bonuses • 25 days annual leave plus birthday leave • Enhanced family leave policies • Pension scheme • Regular company social events • A collaborative and ambitious working environment • The opportunity to help shape and grow a major live event brand If you're an ambitious commercial sales leader with a passion for events and a track record of delivering results, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.