Citywire is seeking a talented European language-speaking Events Sales Executive to join our dynamic sales team. In this exciting role, you'll travel extensively across Europe, represent Citywire at our industry-leading events, and forge strong relationships with current and potential clients.
As our European Events Sales Executive, you will play a vital role in expanding Citywire's events client base and enhancing our relationships with sponsors. This fast-paced sales role is ideal for candidates who excel at building connections and exploring new opportunities.
**Please note - this role requires business fluency in a European language, ideally German**
What you’ll be doing - Sales Executive
- Confidently present the benefits of Citywire events to new and existing sponsors.
- Grow Citywire’s events client base across Europe, ensuring a diverse range of asset managers and funds at our conferences.
- Actively seek new business opportunities and partnerships.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage and grow existing client accounts with established commercial partners.
- Work individually and with the team to meet and exceed revenue targets for specific events and markets.
- Maintain regular contact with event sponsors through in-person meetings, calls, and emails.
- Develop in-depth knowledge of the European asset management industry to enhance client conversations.
- Represent the Citywire sales team at European events, liaising directly with sponsor representatives.
- Work closely with other sales team members and have a working knowledge of all Citywire products to facilitate discussions with clients.
- Maintain excellent relationships with teams from other Citywire departments, such as event management and audience development.
What we’re looking for - Sales Executive (Language Speaking)
- Industry Experience: Experience in sales, with event sales being a plus, and knowledge of the asset management industry (or a willingness to learn).
- Language Skills: Fluent in a second European language, ideally German.
- Sales Drive: Natural sales drive and excellent relationship management skills.
- Consultative Selling: Experience in selling and account management with a consultative approach.
- Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication, both client-facing and with colleagues.
- Flexibility: Ability to travel frequently and work outside of normal office hours.
- Organisational Skills: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and excellent presentation skills.
- Time Management: Exceptional time management and ability to work under pressure.
- Adaptability: Flexible attitude and ability to adapt to changing business needs.
- Positive Attitude: A positive, can-do attitude with tenacity and problem-solving skills.
- Confidence: Confidence to pitch new ideas and concepts to clients and stakeholders.
- Technical Skills: Good MS Office skills and proficiency in using social media platforms for business.
Meet Citywire
We cover - and connect - all sides of the $100 trillion global asset management industry - through our news, events and insights.
At Citywire, we uphold a culture rooted in honesty, integrity, and fairness, where every voice is valued and heard. Our culture promotes constructive dialogue and collaboration on a global scale.
Join the team at the forefront of the global asset management industry.
Our perks:
- Generous holiday entitlement: Start with 25 days per annum, increasing to 28 days after three years' service, and 30 days after five years' service, in addition to bank holidays.
- Flexible working options.
- £480 annual allowance for well-being activities or gym memberships, with assistance available for monthly or annual costs.
- Eye-test and glasses allowance.
- Competitive private pension scheme.
- Critical illness cover and group life assurance from day one of employment.
- Well-being support: Access to an independent Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
- Cycle to work scheme and annual travel card loans.
- Techscheme: Purchase the latest tech through our employer scheme, spreading the cost over 12 months with National Insurance savings.
- After two years of continuous service, access group income protection, private medical, and dental insurance.
Citywire is an equal opportunities employer.
