Job Description

Business Development Manager - Events & Venue StrategySwindon | 32,000 Basic + Uncapped OTE (45K+)Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Are you a natural dealmaker with a passion for events, a strategic mindset, and a flair for driving business growth?

Do you thrive on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and seeing your ideas come to life in real-world campaigns?

Our client is a dynamic and growing business known for delivering branded pop-up events, retail activations, and high-impact promotional experiences in Swindon. From high streets to major shopping centres, their campaigns captivate audiences and drive real engagement and sales.

They are now looking for a Business Development Manager to take the lead on growing the business through venue acquisition, relationship building, and strategic planning. This is a key commercial role for someone ready to influence the company's growth trajectory while playing a hands-on role in campaign delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

Business Development & Strategy

Identify new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation. Develop and implement strategic growth plans aligned with company goals. Track and analyze KPIs to measure performance and inform decision-making. Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with prospective and existing clients.

Sales & Venue Booking

Make outbound sales calls to landlords, venue operators, and shopping centre managers to secure high-traffic locations. Pitch campaign concepts, clearly communicating value, impact, and ROI. Negotiate commercial terms and ensure logistical requirements are met. Manage the end-to-end booking process, from initial outreach to contract execution.

Operational Support & Communication

Oversee daily office operations to ensure a productive and efficient working environment. Support onboarding of new team members and assist the sales team in achieving targets. Serve as the go-to point of contact for internal and external communications. Maintain accurate CRM records, reporting on conversations, bookings, and pipeline activity.

Events & Campaign Planning

Coordinate the planning and booking of internal and external events. Source and secure suitable venues aligned with campaign objectives. Maintain a live calendar of upcoming events, ensuring timely preparations. Collect and analyze post-event feedback to continuously improve future campaigns.

What We're Looking For

We're after a confident and proactive communicator with a proven track record in business development, sales, or account management--preferably within events, venues, or promotional campaigns. You'll be highly organised, results-driven, and able to balance day-to-day operations with strategic thinking.

Key Skills & Experience:

Experience in B2B sales, lead generation, or venue sourcing Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills Excellent communication and presentation abilities Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and timelines Comfortable working to and exceeding targets Passionate about events, marketing, and branded experiences

What's in it for You?

32,000 basic salary + uncapped commission (OTE 45K+) Monday to Friday working hours Full onboarding and support from a collaborative, ambitious team Real career progression opportunities as the business expands Friendly, informal office culture with regular team events The chance to work on exciting campaigns with major UK brands
If you're a professional who loves closing deals, creating partnerships, and bringing impactful campaigns to life--this is your opportunity to lead from the front.

Apply now

and help shape the future of branded events and activations in Swindon.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Benefits:

Company events Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift
Application question(s):

Whats the best email to reach you on?
Experience:

Sales : 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person