Sales Executive

London Source: WhatJobs

£35,000–£50,000

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries to trade, innovate and grow. Recognised as one of Britain's Most Admired Companies, Informa exemplifies trust, inspires investment confidence, and demonstrates strong long‑term value potential. We organise over 450 large‑scale branded and transaction‑led events in over a dozen specialist markets. These are typically not‑to‑be‑missed live and on‑demand B2B events where industries convene and people gather to do business.

We also provide data and digital content, as well as year‑round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads.

Solar Media. part of Informa Markets, is a dynamic and fast‑growing business dedicated to supporting the renewable energy sector. Through industry‑leading events, digital platforms, and market intelligence, Solar Media empowers businesses to navigate the rapidly evolving solar and clean energy landscape. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Solar Media plays a pivotal role in driving the global transition to renewable energy.

Joining Informa Markets / Solar Media means becoming part of a collaborative and forward‑thinking team that values creativity, ambition, and a passion for delivering exceptional results. As a sales professional, you will have the opportunity to work with industry leaders, contribute to meaningful projects, and help shape the future of renewable energy and global commerce.

Job Description

This role is based in our 240 Blackfriars office.

Sales Executive is responsible for driving revenue growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in the renewable energy business intelligence space. While focused on a specific brand (PV Tech – Solar and Energy Storage), the role also requires adaptability across multiple brands. Emphasizing consultative sales, Sales Executive proactively engages prospective clients to expand Informa’s market presence, increase customer acquisition, and drive new revenue streams.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and engage high‑value prospects with compelling proposals, guiding them through the buying process.
Apply consultative selling techniques to uncover customer needs and present tailored solutions.
Build industry‑specific knowledge by attending competitor events, analysing market trends, and sharing insights across the team.
Collaborate with Marketing to create packages and campaigns that attract new customers and support revenue growth.
Leverage insights into customer buying trends to develop effective sales plans and approaches targeting new accounts.
Use Salesforce to track client interactions, opportunities, and forecasts that are up to date and accurate.
Represent Informa at industry events, competitor shows, and networking opportunities to generate leads and expand market reach.
Build and maintain relationships with senior‑level decision‑makers to secure new partnerships and sponsorships.
Prepare detailed reports on sales performance, market trends, and ROI for senior leadership.
Develop pricing strategies and proposals to maximise profitability and close deals effectively.

Performance Targets

Lead Generation: Achieve daily call/email quotas to identify and qualify new prospects.
Revenue Growth: Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets through new business acquisition.
Market Expansion: Secure new accounts and partnerships to increase Informa’s market share.
Sales Activity: Maintain consistent outreach and engagement with prospective clients.

Qualifications

Min 3 years of B2B sales experience ideally in business intelligence or media, with proven revenue achievement.
Strong expertise in lead generation, consultative selling, and closing high‑value deals.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
Ability to develop creative solutions and identify new opportunities for growth.
Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) for pipeline management and reporting.
High energy and resilience to thrive in a competitive sales environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to managing sales territory.
Willingness to travel up to 50 % for client meetings, industry events, and business development activities.

Key Competencies

High Energy : Persistent and positive attitude throughout the sales cycle.
Results Driven : Thrives on competition and is committed to exceeding targets.
Resilient : Uses challenges as motivation to improve performance.
Entrepreneurial : Takes ownership of sales territory, identifying creative solutions and new opportunities.
Curiosity : Brings a mindset that fosters growth, creativity & continuous improvement.

Additional Information

We believe that great things happen when people connect face‑to‑face. That is why we work in‑person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

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.

Benefits

Great 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 too
Career 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 moves
Time out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, 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 cover
A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and more
Recognition 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.

Equal Opportunities

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. 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.