Exhibition Sales and SponsorshipAbout the Role Responsible for the overall recruitment, engagement, and securing sponsors for a large and well-known event, providing other relationship building activities for the event as per the targets set out and agreed, as well as recruiting and selling floorspace to industry pavilions. Key deliverable is sourcing and securing new business for sponsorships and exhibition space in a fast-paced business environment.
Responsibilities Contract local/African & International Clients including China, South Korea, Asia Pacific (including Japan and Singapore), MENA (Middle East and North Africa), United States of America, South Africa, and the diaspora (outside Africa). This list is not exhaustive.Execute sales and sponsorship strategy.Travel required to do Activation Presentations and Spokesperson / Travel missions/Roadshows.Actively seek out and follow through on new prospects from all relevant sources.New business development.Retention and growth of the existing business through strategic account management.Drive sales and sponsorship strategy.Ability to travel.Reporting.Skills Extensive experience in sales with Sponsorships.Existing relationships in Africa.Existing relations internationally.Ability to build new relationships quickly.Align and deliver on required targets.Fast-paced environment.Work in a Way that Works for You We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.Working for You We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer: Medical Aid, Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover), Modern family benefits including adoption and surrogacy, Study Leave.
About the Business RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people.
RELX is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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