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Events DirectorSalary: £35-45K + 10% commission (1st Year OTE £70-75K)Location: CrawleyStart date: 4-6 weeksThe RoleWe are seeking a commercially driven Business Unit Director to take full ownership of this growth division and scale it into a profitable, repeatable national proposition. The Event concept is to deliver a carefully curated country house experience designed for mass-affluent retirees and those approaching retirement, at a pivotal stage in their life planning journey.This is a leadership role with full commercial accountability. You will own the P&L, lead sponsor revenue generation, oversee programme production and build a scalable business unit with significant growth potential.The Director will define KPIs, lead recruitment of Attendee Engagement Managers & Sponsorship Sales Managers, set performance standards, manage and mentor both roles, and build a structured, scalable commercial model.ResponsibilitiesIdentify, approach and secure aligned sponsors (wealth, pensions, later-life lending, property, travel, health, insurance)Develop and refine premium sponsorship packagesShape and refine retreat programmesSecure credible speakers and panel contributorsLead consultative, high-level sales conversationsNegotiate and close partnership agreementsManage sponsor-relationships for repeat and multi-event commitmentsFull Commercial & P&L ResponsibilityOwn revenue, cost and profit performanceSet and deliver annual revenue targetsBuild and manage event budgetsForecast sponsorship and attendee incomeDrive margin growth and long-term sustainabilityExperience3+ years in commercial, events, Sponsorship Sales or B2B ProductionDemonstrable P&L responsibilityExperience securing high-value partnershipsEvidence of driving revenue growthExperience delivering premium live experiences (preferred)Skills & AttributesStrong commercial acumenConfident B2B sales capabilityFinancially literate and performance-focusedStrategic thinker who executes effectivelyEntrepreneurial mindsetComfortable with accountabilityHigh personal standardsMotivated by performance-based rewardThis is a fully office-based role at our newly refurbished Crawley HQ, featuring an exclusive on-site gym, fully stocked kitchen, and games area (table tennis, pool, darts, F1 simulator, putting green). Youll be part of a hard-working, sales-driven team that values honesty, loyalty, and resultsbalanced with a fun, social, and light-heartedAbout usWe are a fast-growing, privately owned, entrepreneurial business that has scaled from a kitchen-table start-up into a £4.5 million market leader in just 16 years with a clear, ambitious plan to reach £7 million in the next three years.This is a business built on performance, ambition, and results. We reward hard work, promote on merit, and back our people to succeed in fact, every senior leader in the company has been promoted from within, proving that this is a place where high performers build real careers, not just do a job.Our culture combines high standards and high energy with honesty, loyalty, and a genuinely fun, social environment. We work hard, we win together, and we enjoy the journey.Salary and Benefits:4 weeks holiday allowance plus an additional 2 weeks off over Christmas.Staff social events including our overseas summer party in the Maldives!Workplace health and wellbeing scheme.Fast-track promotion opportunities.Extensive training programme.Access to our exclusive on-site gym and fully stocked kitchen.Apply NowTo apply for the Events Director role based in Crawley, please send a copy of your CV and covering letter by using the apply button provided.JBRP1_UKTJ