Job Title: Head of Sales - B2B Events
Company: Synergy Group
Location: Bristol (Office-Based: Candidates must be able to commute)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable + Uncapped Commission
Start Date: July
About Us
Synergy Group is a fast-growing B2B events business delivering high-impact networking experiences for senior business leaders through executive dinners, roundtables, and industry events. We've more than doubled in size over the last year and we're not slowing down.
The Role
We're looking for an ambitious sales professional ready to step up into their first Head of Sales position. You don't need to have held the title before, we're looking for someone currently operating at Senior BDM level who has the drive, track record, and commercial instinct to take ownership of team performance and revenue growth.
This role comes with a clear progression path to Director of Sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Personally close key sponsorship and partnership deals
- Lead, manage and motivate the sales team to achieve and exceed targets
- Build and manage a strong sales pipeline
- Develop strategic outreach and growth initiatives
- Work with leadership on revenue strategy and expansion plans
- Monitor KPIs, forecasting and sales reporting
Requirements
- 3+ years' experience in B2B event sales
- Currently at Senior BDM or similar level
- No prior Head of Sales experience required
- Proven track record of consistently hitting or exceeding targets
- Strong knowledge of the events and sponsorship sales market
- Must be able to commute to Bristol
- Commercially driven and self-motivated
Desirable
- Established network in events or corporate partnerships
- Some experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues
- Background in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Benefits
- Competitive base salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Uncapped commission structure
- Clear progression to Director of Sales
- Domestic and international travel
- Exposure to global and Fortune 500 brands
- Birthday leave (paid day off after probation)
- Employee referral scheme
- Regular sales incentives and team socials
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Company pension scheme
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief note on your current sales experience.
Pay: From £50,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol, Bristol: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in B2B Event Sales?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
