Business Show Media

Business Development Executive – B2B Events | Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Business Show Media  •  $60k/yr  •  Newtown, AU (Onsite)  •  57 minutes ago
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Job Description

Business Development Executive – B2B Events | Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Location: Sydney CBD | Office-Based

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm

Salary: $60,000 AUD Basic + Super + Uncapped Commission

Realistic Year 1 OTE: $100,000 – $120,000+

Top Performers: $160,000+

Progression: Senior Sales Executive → Business Development Manager → Event Director

Start Date: Early January

Build Your Career in Australia – Sponsorship Routes Available

Business Show Media is looking for ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Executives to join our expanding Sydney team.

This is an opportunity for someone with sales, recruitment, business development or other commercial experience to take the next step in their career within an international events business.

You'll be responsible for developing new business opportunities, building relationships with senior decision-makers and introducing companies to our exhibitions and sponsorship opportunities.

For eligible candidates, employer sponsorship may be available based on performance and business requirements.

About Business Show Media

Business Show Media produces some of the world's largest and fastest-growing business exhibitions, connecting entrepreneurs, SMEs and senior decision-makers with the tools, networks and opportunities they need to grow.

With an established international portfolio spanning Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, we're continuing to expand our global operations.

Our Sydney office plays an important role in our Australian growth, offering exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to develop professionally.

The Opportunity

As a Business Development Executive, you'll focus on generating new business and developing relationships with potential exhibitors and sponsors.

You'll identify prospective companies, understand their commercial objectives and present opportunities to connect with thousands of business owners and decision-makers through our events.

This is a target-driven role with uncapped commission and clear opportunities for progression.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Identifying and engaging prospective exhibitors and sponsors
  • Generating new business through calls, email and LinkedIn
  • Building relationships with founders, directors and business owners
  • Understanding commercial objectives and identifying opportunities
  • Presenting exhibition and sponsorship packages
  • Managing sales conversations and negotiating agreements
  • Developing and maintaining your sales pipeline
  • Following up with prospective clients
  • Working towards individual revenue targets
  • Maintaining accurate CRM records
  • Collaborating with the wider commercial team

Who We're Looking For

  • Previous experience in B2B sales, business development, recruitment or another target-driven environment
  • Confident communicating with senior decision-makers
  • Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
  • A proactive and commercially minded approach
  • Resilience and accountability
  • Excellent organisation and time management
  • Ambition to progress into senior sales and management

What We Offer

  • $60,000 AUD basic salary plus superannuation
  • Uncapped commission
  • Realistic Year 1 OTE of $100,000 – $120,000+
  • Top performers earning $160,000+
  • Ongoing sales training and development
  • Clear progression into senior sales and leadership
  • International travel and event opportunities
  • Team incentives, competitions and social events
  • A professional, ambitious Sydney CBD office

Build Your Future in Australia

Employer sponsorship may be available for eligible high performers who meet agreed performance criteria over a six-month period, subject to visa eligibility and business requirements. Sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Where Can This Take You?

Business Development Executive → Business Development Manager → Event Director.

If you're looking for a role offering genuine earning potential, career progression and the opportunity to build a long-term future in Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step with Business Show Media.

Business Show Media

About Business Show Media

At Business Show Media, we organise some of the world’s largest business events, focused on empowering SMEs and startups. Our mission is to connect businesses with the tools they need to succeed—a commitment recognised with the 2024 Best Contribution to Sector award.

We’re also proud to be recognised as 'Employer of the Year' for the dedication our leadership team shows in creating an inclusive, ethical workplace that offers outstanding opportunities for our team, such as global travel and rewarding team trips.

We host The Business Show along with events like Going Global Live, The B2B Marketing Expo, White Label Expo, The CPD Expo and Retrain Expo across the US, UK, Asia and Australia. Based in the centre of Bristol, we’re growing quickly and looking for passionate professionals to join our team.

Industry
Events & Trade Shows
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Bristol, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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