About Virtual Venue

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Virtual Venue is a dynamic and collaborative platform designed to empower major sports event organizers like UEFA, FIFA, FIBA, FPF and The FA. Our platform revolutionizes event planning and delivery by bringing teams together in a unified virtual space. We enable event organizers to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, foster stakeholder collaboration, improve event quality, boost team productivity, and accelerate time-to-market.

 

Position Overview

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Virtual Venue seeks a highly motivated Sales Executive responsible for identifying, developing, and closing business opportunities. Sports event planning and operations experience is preferable to implement our global sales strategy, primarily focusing on the Football landscape and a broader reach to major sports organisations beyond football.

 

The Sales Executive will generate leads, meet sales goals, and build lasting client relationships. This role requires excellent communication skills to present the Virtual Venue effectively, close deals, and ensure customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will implement the sales and business development plan, drive revenue growth, and expand our market presence within the sports industry and beyond.

 

Key Responsibilities

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Sales and Business Development:

• Implement the sales strategy to achieve revenue targets and market penetration.

• Develop opportunities in the football landscape and major sports organisations worldwide beyond football.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the sports industry.

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Market Research and Analysis:

• Research and build substantial industry databases.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to inform sales strategies and product enhancements.

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Customer Engagement:

• Collaborate closely with customers to understand their needs and gather feedback for continuous product improvement.

• Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and retention.

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Sales Collateral and Marketing:

• Work closely with the marketing team to develop sales collateral, presentations, and promotional materials.

• Support marketing efforts with valuable market insights and customer feedback.

• Be at events, globally, and fairs to exhibit and present the Virtual Venue.

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Qualifications

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• Based in Southern or Western Europe is mandatory.

• Bachelor's degree in Sport Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Sports event planning and operations experience is preferred.

• Experience in business development within the sports industry, especially in Europe, is preferred.

• Capabilities for networking and relationships with major sports event organizers.

• Experience working with larger sports Federations globally is a plus.

• Strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

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Benefits & Perks

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• Flexible hours.

• Birthday off.

• Remote friendly.

• Fridays afternoon off.
   

How to Apply

Are you a results-driven and passionate professional with a deep understanding of the sports industry and a knack for strategic sales? We invite you to join our innovative and ambitious team at Virtual Venue. Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to info@focus-bc.com, up to September 27th.