Delegate Sales Executive - Defence

Delegate Sales Executive - Defence
Chelmsford
24k Base, Uncapped 36k OTE + Executive Benefits
As a leading provider of intelligence, insights and information focused on the defence sector, our firmly established client delivers a sector-leading portfolio of international events. Due to business growth, they now have an immediate opening for a Delegate Sales Executive to join a high-performing team based in Chelmsford.
As a Delegate Sales Executive, you will:
* Undertake research and utilise leads to develop prospective accounts
* Utilise phone, email, and social media for prospect outreach
* Sell delegate participation packages across a portfolio of events
* Liaise with contacts at a variety of international companies (military and tech-focused)
* Work closely with sponsorship teams to maximise opportunities
* Take full conference briefs to fully understand events
* Maintain accurate records
The ideal Delegate Sales Executive will possess the following skills and traits:
* Degree level education
* Previous sales, telesales, or call centre experience (preferred)
* Confidence
* Personality
* Eagerness to learn
* Excellent communications skills
* Inquisitive nature
* An interest in the defence sector
The successful Delegate Sales Executive will be offered:
* A base salary of 24k
* An uncapped commission scheme
* International travel
* 28 days PTO
* Rapid career progression
* Ongoing training
* A sociable and lively team
* Social activities
Certus Origin is an established and experienced specialist consultancy providing graduate and early career recruitment services to the business community throughout the UK, Europe, and North America.