Commercial Development Executive (Business Events) – UK Market
Commercial Development Executive (Business Events) – UK Market
Location: Bristol (Office-based)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Salary: £25,000 – £27,500 base + uncapped commission
OTE (Year 1): £50,000 – £60,000
Top Performers: £75,000+
About Business Show Media
Business Show Media is an international events company delivering large-scale business exhibitions across London, Las Vegas, Miami, Sydney, and Singapore. We work with entrepreneurs, SMEs, and established brands to help them grow through world-class events and commercial partnerships.
As our UK events portfolio continues to grow, we are expanding our Bristol-based commercial team to support the domestic market.
About the Role
This is a Commercial Development Executive (Business Events) role focused on the UK market, based full-time in our Bristol office.
You will play a key role in driving the growth of our UK exhibitions by identifying, engaging, and qualifying UK-based businesses and decision-makers. The role offers structured training, clear performance targets, and long-term career progression within the events and commercial sector.
No previous experience in events or sales is required — full training is provided.
Key Responsibilities
Research and identify suitable UK-based exhibitors, sponsors, and partners
Contact prospective clients via phone, email, and LinkedIn during UK business hours
Introduce businesses to our UK exhibitions and commercial opportunities
Qualify leads and build a structured commercial pipeline
Book meetings and pass qualified opportunities to senior sales managers
Support wider UK-focused sales and marketing initiatives
Gain exposure to business events, sponsorship sales, and commercial strategy
Candidate Requirements
This role is ideal for graduates, career changers, or individuals starting a commercial career.
We are looking for someone who is:
Confident communicating by phone and email
Professional, organised, and motivated
Interested in business, events, and commercial development
Comfortable working in a target-driven environment
Based in or near Bristol and able to work 8:30am – 5:30pm in the office
What We Offer
£25,000 – £27,500 base salary
Uncapped commission structure
Realistic Year 1 earnings of £40,000 – £50,000
Clear performance-based progression opportunities
Full training and ongoing professional development
Opportunities to attend UK and international events
Supportive team culture with regular incentives and socials
Application Process
If you are looking to build a career in commercial development within the business events industry, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Apply now to join Business Show Media and support the continued growth of our UK events portfolio.
- Locations
- Bristol Head Office
About Business Show Media Ltd
At Business Show Media, we organise some of the world’s largest B2B exhibitions, focused on empowering businesses through live, face-to-face events.
Our dedication to supporting brands across the globe has earned us several sector awards, as well as recognition for our employment practices and individual staff achievements.
Based in Bristol with teams in Asia and Australia, we’re growing fast and seeking passionate individuals who align with our values!