6d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
Sponsorship Sales Manager
Build a Career That Opens Doors
Sell.
Grow.
Lead.
Succeed.
AtAkolade, we're not simply hiring Sponsorship Sales Managers.
We're developing the next generation of commercial sales professionals.
If you're ambitious, competitive and driven by success, this is an prospect to build a career that extends far beyond sponsorship sales.
You'll gain world-class commercial sales experience, develop highly transferable skills and work alongside some of Australia's most respected business leaders and decision-makers.
Whether your long-term ambition is to become a Sales Director, Commercial Manager, Business Development Leader, Strategic Partnerships Executive or even run your own business, the skills and experience you gain at Akolade will set you apart.
More importantly, you'll join a business where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
We believe high performance and a great culture go hand in hand.
You'll be surrounded by ambitious, supportive people who celebrate success, enjoy healthy competition and are committed to helping each other grow.
Why Join Akolade?
This is far more than a sponsorship sales role.
Every day you'll engage directly with CEOs, Managing Directors, CIOs, Procurement Leaders, Government Executives and senior business decision-makers from many of Australia's largest organisations.
You'll learn how to:
Sell high-value commercial partnerships
Build relationships with C-suite executives
Negotiate complex commercial agreements
Influence senior decision-makers
Develop strategic sales plans
Forecast and manage large revenue pipelines
Present compelling commercial proposals
Build long-term client partnerships
These are highly transferable commercial skills that are sought after across almost every industry.
Build Skills That Last a Lifetime
Great sales professionals are developed, not born.
At Akolade, we invest heavily in training, mentoring and continuous professional development because we know our people are our greatest asset.
You'll receive ongoing coaching in:
Executive and consultative selling
Commercial negotiation
Prospecting and pipeline generation
Strategic account management
Sales psychology and influence
Commercial storytelling
Objection handling
Revenue forecasting




Time and territory management
Leadership and mentoring
The skills you develop won't just help you succeed at Akolade; they'll benefit you throughout your career.
No matter where your career takes you, you'll leave with commercial skills that employers value.
More Than Selling
You'll become a trusted commercial advisor, helping organisations connect with highly targeted executive audiences through Australia's leading conferences, summits and business events.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing your own portfolio of sponsorship clients
Identifying and developing new business opportunities
Building long-term strategic relationships
Negotiating sponsorship and partnership agreements
Working collaboratively with marketing and production teams
Achieving ambitious revenue targets
Delivering exceptional customer experiences
Career Development & Progression
As Akolade continues to grow, so do the opportunities for our people.
High performers can progress into roles including:
Senior Sponsorship Manager
Sales Team Leader
Business Development Director
We promote based on performance, attitude and leadership, not simply length of service.
If you're prepared to invest in yourself, we'll invest in you.
A Workplace You'll Enjoy
Culture matters.
We've built a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work every day.
You'll be joining:
A passionate, supportive and high-performing team
An energetic, fast-paced office with a excellent atmosphere and positive vibe
A collaborative culture where knowledge is shared
Friendly competition that brings out the best in everyone
Leaders who coach, mentor and genuinely care about your development
A business that recognises and celebrates success
Regular team lunches, celebrations and social events
A modern Sydney CBD office
We work hard, celebrate our wins together and genuinely enjoy what we do.
What We're Looking For




You'll thrive in this role if you:
Are ambitious and career-focused
Enjoy speaking with senior executives
Have strong communication and relationship-building skills
Love working towards goals and achieving results
Are resilient, positive and self-motivated
Enjoy learning and continuously improving
Want to build a long-term career in commercial sales
Bring energy, professionalism and accountability every day
Previous B2B sales, sponsorship, media or events experience is advantageous but not essential.
We value attitude, work ethic and ambition just as highly as experience.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary
Highly competitive uncapped commission structure
Outstanding earning potential with no ceiling on your success
Performance bonuses and regular sales incentives
Industry-leading sales training and coaching
Ongoing professional development and upskilling
Clear career progression opportunities
Leadership mentoring from experienced commercial sales professionals
Exposure to Australia's largest organisations and senior executives
Highly transferable commercial skills that will benefit your entire career
A supportive, energetic and collaborative team environment
Great people, a fantastic office culture and an environment where success is celebrated
Up-to-date Sydney CBD office
Recognition programs and celebrations for outstanding performance
Your success is rewarded.
The harder and smarter you work, the greater your earning potential.
About Akolade
Akolade is one of Australia's leading B2B conference, events and market intelligence companies.
We create industry-leading conferences that bring together the executives making the biggest investment, technology and policy decisions across government, healthcare, infrastructure, supply chain, construction, property, education, energy and emerging industries.
Our events create meaningful business connections, deliver market-leading content and help organisations build valuable commercial relationships.
If you're looking for more than just another sales job, if you want to develop world-class commercial skills, maximise your earning potential, work with great people and build a career with genuine long-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you
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📌 Sponsorship Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Akolade
📍 New South Wales