ASAP: Sponsorship & Business Development Manager (m/w/d)

Job description

* Own commercial partnerships across a diverse events portfolio * High visibility role with international stakeholder exposure ## About Our Client ## Our client is an international, membership-based organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-profile conferences, educational programmes, and industry engagement initiatives. To support continued growth, they are looking for a commercially minded professional who can join their team in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with an immediate start preferred. This is a try & hire opportunity with the goal of permanently employing the candidate if the match is there on both sides. ## Job Description ## * Develop and execute sponsorship and partnership strategies to achieve revenue objectives * Identify, approach, and secure new sponsors and commercial partners * Manage key partner relationships and act as the primary point of contact throughout the partnership lifecycle * Negotiate sponsorship agreements and ensure commercial terms are effectively managed * Create and refine sponsorship packages, exhibitor offerings, and activation opportunities * Coordinate sponsor participation for conferences, events, and industry programmes * Oversee exhibitor management, floor planning, and sponsorship logistics in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders * Ensure contracted benefits are delivered and maintain high levels of partner satisfaction * Monitor sponsorship pipeline performance, forecasting, and revenue reporting * Collaborate closely with marketing, events, finance, and leadership teams * Support continuous improvement of partnership processes and commercial operations ## The Successful Applicant ## * Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification * Around 3-7 years of experience in sponsorship sales, partnerships, business development, events, or account management * Experience with the pharma/lifescience sector is a strong plus * Proven ability to generate revenue through commercial partnerships or sponsorship programmes * Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills * Experience working with corporate partners, exhibitors, or key accounts * Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously * Strong commercial mindset combined with a customer-oriented approach * Experience working with corporate partners, exhibitors, or key accounts * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Fluent English is required; additional European languages are advantageous * Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications * Willingness to travel occasionally for event delivery ## What's on Offer ## * International and collaborative working environment * Ownership of a strategically important commercial portfolio * Exposure to senior stakeholders and global partners * Varied role combining sales, partnerships, and event management * Opportunity to contribute to organisational growth and impact * Modern offices and flexible working environment * Try&Hire opportunity Quote job ref JN-092026-7096210 Job Function Sales Specialisation Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Industry Not For Profit Where Zürich Contract Type Interim Job Reference JN-092026-7096210