Job Description
Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid)
Opportunity:
Are you a proactive, disciplined, and ambitious professional looking to accelerate your career in the fast‑paced world of B2B events and media?
At CeFPro, we connect senior financial and risk professionals through industry‑leading conferences, digital media, and market intelligence. We are looking for a Warmly Professional individual to join our sales team and develop hands‑on experience across the full sponsorship sales lifecycle, from lead generation through to closing bespoke commercial partnerships.
This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in consultative selling, learning how to match client objectives with creative sponsorship solutions and to see firsthand how your work translates into high‑quality, live events.
About CeFPro
The Centre for Financial Professionals (CeFPro) is an international events, media and market intelligence company. Under the CeFPro umbrella, we produce and run b2b events in the UK, Middle East, Europe and America, we manage Connect Magazine, featuring the latest industry news; Connect Plus, a global financial community platform; the Market Intelligence Unit, which provides deep insights into cutting-edge topics through industry reports and surveys; as well as leading international conferences and webinars.
Your Role:
Manage the end‑to‑end sales process for sponsorship and delegate packages, with training and support from senior team members.
Proactively source new business while nurturing existing client relationships to secure bespoke sponsorship solutions.
Use consultative selling techniques to engage decision‑makers, understand their objectives, and design creative, value‑led solutions.
Maintain a strong, accurately weighted sales pipeline through high‑volume outreach and meticulous CRM management.
Work closely with Sales, Production, Marketing, and Logistics to ensure everything sold is delivered to the highest standard.
Feed market and client insights back to the wider business to support product development and strategy.
Act as a pivotal team member in the end-to-end delivery of CeFPro events, consistently hitting (and where possible exceeding) targets through proactive cross-departmental project support.
Who We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a highly organized individual...someone who’s detail-oriented, commercially minded, and confident talking with clients. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt content for global audiences, and bring fresh ideas to the table (an interest in risk management and B2B events is a bonus!).
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
Exposure to, or practical experience within, a sales or commercially focused role such as estate agents, high volume recruiting
A proactive and disciplined approach to sourcing new business and managing multiple workstreams (or a strong desire to learn).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail and a solutions‑focused mindset.
High energy, ambition, and a genuine curiosity to learn in a fast‑moving environment.
Flexibility and willingness to travel to events for onsite delivery and client networking.
Ability to work 60% of the time in the office (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday are typical in-office days for this role).
Bonus Points If You Have:
Proven experience in sponsorship or delegate sales
Experience with live, virtual or hybrid events.
Why Join Us?
This is an a great opportunity to dive into the world of conference production. You’ll gain:
Attractive base salary and OTE structure to boost earning potential.
Training and support in all aspects - questions and problem solvers are encouraged!
Hands-on experience working on your projects independently and as part of a team.
The chance to work with leaders in the global financial services industry and learn from the best.
The opportunity to develop transferable skills in consultative selling.
A friendly and supportive team environment, with mentoring from experienced sales leads
Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
Company and social days!
Opportunities for growth and international travel as you build a rewarding career with us!
No two days are the same! Apply today.
This role reports to the Director of Sales.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £24,420.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company events
Free parking
Work from home
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Junior Sales Manager (Sponsorship) position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Ware offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
