Informa Group Plc.
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BusinessDevelopmentManager
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“Business Development Manager at Informa Group Plc.. Skills: Sponsorship sales, Client relationships, Revenue generation, Deal closure. Develop sponsorship sales strategies. Execute sponsorship sales strategies”
Industry & Context.
Decision making; Problem-solving
Willingness to travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Consultative sales approach, Relationship-building skills, Identify business opportunities, Develop client relationships, Strategic thinking, Negotiation abilities, Communication skills, Presentation skills, Self-motivation, Target-driven mindset, Manage portfolios, Grow client spends, Negotiate contracts, Interpersonal skills, Work independently, Work collaboratively, Work in hybrid environment, Highly motivated, Work proactively, Customer focused approach, Manage sales budgets, Manage sales campaigns, Influence stakeholders, Create positive relationships, Maintain effective relationships, Clear communicator, Communicate in writing, Communicate verbally, Excellent grammar, Excellent spelling, Analytical skills, Decision making skills, Problem-solving skills
Nice to Have
Event management experience, Financial services experience, Private equity experience, Venture capital experience, CRM software proficiency, Business development tools proficiency
What You'll Do.
Develop sponsorship sales strategies
Execute sponsorship sales strategies
Build relationships with stakeholders
Identify new business opportunities
Grow existing client portfolios
Create sponsorship packages
Deliver exceptional value
Represent SuperReturn at events
Represent SuperReturn at meetings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Sales team; Internal colleagues
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2025 UK list. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses. This role is based in our 240 Blackfriars office. Join the World's Largest Private Equity, Private Credit & Venture Capital Series We are expanding the sponsorship sales team on the fast-growing, market-leading SuperReturn series. This is a full-time hybrid role for a Business Development Manager based in Greater London, with some work-from-home flexibility. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, managing client portfolios, and negotiating contracts. Daily tasks may include market research, strategic planning, client outreach, coordinating with internal teams, attending industry events, and preparing presentations to inform business decisions and strategies. As Business Development Manager for SuperReturn, you'll: * Develop and execute sponsorship sales strategies for our leading Private markets series. * Build relationships with key stakeholders across the private equity, private credit and venture capital ecosystem * Identify new business opportunities and grow existing client portfolios * Create tailored sponsorship packages that deliver exceptional value * Represent SuperReturn at industry events and client meetings ## Qualifications What we're looking for: * A consultative sales approach with strong relationship-building skills
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