Head of Business Development - Live Event Partnerships

Head of Business Development - Live Events Partnerships up to £80k plus bonus Are you an experienced business development leader with a passion for the live events industry? We're looking for an proactive Head of Business Development to take their industry-leading platform to new heights. The Role: You'll be instrumental in driving growth by building strategic partnerships with top event organisers and venues. From Sporting Events to Car Road shows, you'll secure exclusive contracts, manage high-value relationships, and ensure exceptional F&B services at every event. For this role they are looking for candidates outside of the Music events industry - the successful candidate will have an excellent track record of selling into alternate events including sporting, car road shows, street festivals. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead partnership development strategies, focusing on large-scale events
• Oversee end-to-end sales processes, from lead generation to contract execution
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry players
• Mentor and guide a high-performance partnerships team
• Use data-driven insights to stay ahead of market trends and refine strategies

What You'll Need:

• Senior experience in the live events sector with a proven track record
• An extensive network of promoters, venue managers, and organisers
• Exceptional negotiation skills, closing large-scale deals
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to meet ambitious targets

Perks:

• 25 days holiday
• Enhanced pension and parental leave packages
• Flexible hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Loads of invites to food industry events with free food, drinks, and more
• A shiny new MacBook, dog-friendly office, and a snack-filled kitchen!

This is a rare opportunity to lead growth at a pivotal time, driving success in a thriving £12bn sector. If you're a results-oriented leader ready to make an impact, apply today! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.