Company Description

Informa Festivals marks an exciting new chapter in B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology and business festivals together. We’re combining prestigious brands like Cannes Lions, Black Hat, Money20/20 and London Tech Week with cutting-edge marketing intelligence platforms and advisory services to deliver unmissable experiences and insights. Our festival-led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa's international reach, we're shaping the next generation of business festivals.

Job Description

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for selling Lion’s Intelligence products by identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth.

Responsiblities include:

Meet and exceed monthly and annual subscriptions revenue targetsDevelop and maintain a robust sales pipeline based on a targeted pursuit strategy, including contact mapping and engagement plans for each targetProvide accurate monthly revenue forecasting for commercial leadershipMeet and exceed monthly activity KPIs that support pipeline development, consistently tracked in SalesforceEstablish and conduct the necessary industry, institution, and client research to create tailored outreach for your territory and to support a structured and consultative approach to prospectingPresent the LIONS Intelligence products and services with a high degree of professionalismMaintain attention to detail in all aspects of sales administrationProactively identify opportunities to capitalize on developments or changes in the marketplaceWork with sales management to develop and write strategic sales plans, and execute stated goals and objectivesYou are an advocate and ally for diversity, equity and inclusionYou are a connector, working hard to ensure people and projects are not inadvertently siloed or silenced

QualificationsStrong track record of achieving sales targetsAbility to identify, strategize and build new business opportunitiesPersuasiveness, executive presence, and outstanding communication and presentation skills, verbal and writtenSolid organizational skills and ability to work independentlyGenuine interest in and enthusiasm for LION’s content areas (marketing and advertising best practices in creativity and effectiveness)A committed and effective team player

Additional Information

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com.

Our benefits include:

Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and most of us balance time in the office with time working remotelyGreat community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available tooCareer opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job movesTime out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical coverA ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching sharesStrong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, access to health apps and moreRecognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.