Trainee Sales Executive

Exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in the dynamic world of B2B events. As a Trainee Sales Executive, youll learn the full sales cycle, from prospecting and relationship building to closing deals, while working on high-quality conferences and exhibitions. You will be selling delegate passes and sponsorship packages to senior decision-makers across the Oil & Gas and New energy industries.

Over the years the business has grown to serve thousands of customers every year across 8 international events held across Europe, North America the Middle East, and Asia. Committed to providing the best experience.

Key Responsibilities Prospecting & Lead Generation Research and identify potential delegates and sponsors within target markets. Outbound Sales Engage prospects via phone, email, and Linked In to promote event participation. Relationship Building Develop rapport with clients, understanding their needs to offer tailored event solutions. Sales Cycle Management Support the sales process from initial contact through to contract completion. Collaboration Working directly with the Sales/Event Directors and event production teams to align sales strategies with event goals.

Reporting Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular sales updates to management Whats on Offer Comprehensive training programme covering sales techniques, negotiation, and industry knowledge. Clear progression path into senior sales or account management roles. Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission. Opportunity to attend and network at live events. Opportunity for some remote working Skills & Attributes Good communication skills, personable, particularly face to face A knowledge of or interest in general business issues Confident on the phone and comfortable speaking with senior professionals Good communication skills both verbal and written Self-motivated and determined with a strong sense of personal initiative Organised, with good time management A quick learner Good attention to detail A team player Calm under pressure Competence in Microsoft Office and keen to embrace and learn to use new technology and IT systems automated marketing and CRM systems Eagerness to learn about the conference/events industry and all it represents Available to travel if needed