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Business Development Executive

Derbyshire County Cricket Club


Derbyshire County Cricket Club is one of eighteen first-class county clubs within the domestic cricket structure of England and Wales.

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Job Posted
22 Oct 2024
Status
Full Time
Location
England
Closing date
15 Nov 2024

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic self-starter with proven sales experience to expand our commercial team and help grow the commercial revenue of the business through cricket related sponsorship, advertising, hospitality sales and non-cricket events.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

New Business Development:-


• Proactively generate new enquiries and acquisitions through a variety of channels, and manage these enquiries through to conversion;
• Regularly attend networking events across the county and create new business contacts through these networks;
• Identify potential new clients via research to approach in a timely and professional manner;
• Expand the profile and reach of the company.

Account Management:-


• Create, build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing sponsors and partners;
• Up-sell opportunities across the business to existing partners.

Administration and Management Reporting:-


• Work closely with other departments to help deliver and fulfil the elements of a partner’s association with the club, e.g. Matchday Hospitality tickets;
• Help to update and maintain targets database and associated CRM system.
Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to acquire new business and grow commercial revenue;
• Confident and able to develop successful relationships with external parties;
• Good commercial awareness with an eye for detail;
• Pro-active attitude with a positive and friendly approach to stakeholders;
• Personal integrity.

What we can offer you:

• A salary appropriate for the role plus bonus and commission structure
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• 2 free tickets to every Derbyshire CCC home match
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25-40% discount with Samurai on-line purchases

How to Apply

Please click “Apply Now” to send your up-to-date CV with a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role to Viv Sheppard, HR and Wellbeing Manager at Derbyshire County Cricket Club.


Additional Info

Status
Full Time
Job Type
Team Operations & Logistics
Sport
Cricket
Pay Information
Competitive

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