# Sales Director

> Brainforce · Limassol, Cyprus (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-02

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** 01

## Description

We are hiring on behalf of our client, **Ultimate Group**, a global leader in **fintech media, marketing, and events,** for the position of **Sales** **Director**. Through recognised brands such as **iFX EXPO, Finance Magnates Summits, REALTYon, Finance Magnates, Investing Live, and UF Agency, Ultimate Group** creates platforms that connect industries, drive business growth, and shape meaningful international connections across trading, investing, fintech, real estate, and financial services.

We are looking for a **Sales Director for the Events Division** to lead and drive the commercial growth of Ultimate Group’s events portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring extensive commercial experience within the online **trading, fintech, financial services, or adjacent B2B event industries, with a strong understanding of the ecosystem and key market participants.**

This role reports directly to the CEO and will be responsible for sales strategy, revenue generation, team leadership, client relationships, and commercial performance management.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Commercial Strategy & Revenue Growth**

• Lead and execute the overall sales strategy across the event portfolio to achieve revenue growth, commercial targets, and client retention.

• Own and deliver annual and quarterly revenue targets across all events.

• Establish and monitor clear sales activity and commercial KPIs to ensure consistent pipeline growth and sales execution.

• Develop accurate sales forecasts and provide regular commercial performance reports to the CEO.

• Conduct post-event commercial reviews to identify opportunities, improve performance, and support strategic decision-making.

• Drive sponsorship, exhibition, partnership, and upselling opportunities across the portfolio.

**Team Leadership & Development**

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing sales team through coaching, accountability, and performance management.

• Foster a proactive, consultative, and results-driven sales culture.

• Recruit, onboard and develop sales talent to support business growth.

• Implement structured onboarding, training, and coaching programmes to improve team capability and consistency.

• Set clear objectives and performance expectations for the sales team and conduct regular performance reviews.

**Client & Industry Relationship Management**

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, sponsors, partners, and industry stakeholders.

• Identify and secure new business opportunities through strategic networking and relationship management.

• Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership**

• Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, finance, and leadership teams to ensure alignment and successful event delivery.

• Provide commercial insights and recommendations during senior leadership and project meetings.

• Support the continuous improvement of sales processes, CRM usage, reporting standards, and commercial operations

## Requirements

**Education & Professional Background**

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• A Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) is considered an advantage.

• Relevant certifications in sales, leadership, or financial markets are a plus.  

**Experience**

• 7–10 years of sales experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.

• Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and leading high-performing sales teams.

• Strong experience applying consultative sales methodologies and structured sales processes.

• Experience within the online trading, fintech, financial services, or B2B events industry.

• Experience working across international markets.  

**Skills & Competencies**

• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Ability to operate effectively within a KPI-driven environment.

• Experience developing sales performance management frameworks, including SMART objectives and performance reviews.

• Strong leadership and coaching capabilities.

• Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships.

• Adaptability, resilience, and ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• Fluency in spoken and written English.

• Strong industry network and relationship-building capabilities.

## Benefits

-   Commission Plan base targets
-   Annual Performance Discretionary Bonus
-   21 Days Annual Leave
-   Health & Dental Coverage
-   5 Paid Sick Days
-   Flexible Working Hours
-   Hybrid working model (2 days per week working from home)
-   Early Out on Fridays
-   Long Weekend Leave
-   Maternity & Paternity Top-Up Allowance
-   Complimentary Lunch at the office
-   Company Laptop provided

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