Business Development Manager

• Maximize revenue through sponsorship sales for sustainable finance and investment conference portfolio
• Identify and secure new clients to maximize revenue and value for both parties
• Manage existing client relationships and re-engage past clients
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets and daily KPIs

This role drives meaningful climate progress by securing sponsorship for events that convene global leaders in climate policy, innovation, and finance, accelerating the transition to a sustainable economy.

• Minimum 5 years dedicated to B2B event sales within conference environment, with emphasis on high-value sponsorship sales
• Deep understanding of climate and sustainability themes (sustainable investment, ESG, energy, finance, transportation)
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets, selling high-value event sponsorship to blue chip brands
• Experience using CRM systems and consultative, research-based sales approach

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (negotiable, depending on experience)
• Uncapped commission, minimum £90,000 OTE
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working – 2 days remote (3 days in Victoria WeWork offices)
• 10 additional flexible remote working dates after probation
• Ethical pension plan with 3% employer contribution
• WeWork wellbeing benefits (yoga, meditation, barista, community bar, table tennis, showers, pet-friendly)
• Benenden Health Scheme

Climate Action works at the intersection of climate change policy, innovation, and finance, creating high-impact hybrid and digital events that engage 140,000 members globally and partner with UN agencies and private sector companies to drive meaningful climate progress.