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Informa Group

Organizes B2B events, digital platforms, publishing

Senior Sales Executive

Account ExecutiveConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTokyo, JapanNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Minimum 7–10 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in events, media, marketing services, or related industries.
  • A proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales processes.
  • Demonstrated success in building and maintaining C-level client relationships.
  • Business-level communication and presentation skills in both Japanese and English.
  • Strong negotiation and closing abilities.
  • Strategic thinking and the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems creatively.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
  • Self-motivation, a results-oriented approach, and the ability to work independently.
  • Proficiency in CRM systems; Salesforce is preferred.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of B2B marketing and sales principles.
  • High energy and ambition, with a passion for sales excellence.
  • Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Integrity and professionalism in all business dealings.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets across assigned events and digital products.
  • Identify new business opportunities and expand existing client relationships within target industries.
  • Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through negotiation and contract closure.
  • Create value propositions tailored to client needs and business objectives.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to inform sales strategies.
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers and C-level executives.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by understanding their business challenges and providing strategic solutions.
  • Conduct regular client meetings, presentations, and site visits to strengthen partnerships.
  • Ensure high customer satisfaction and client retention.
  • Manage contract renewals and upselling opportunities with existing clients.
  • Mentor and guide junior sales team members, sharing best practices and sales techniques.
  • Collaborate with marketing, operations, and product teams to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Participate in sales meetings, provide insights, and contribute to team strategy discussions.
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in CRM systems such as Salesforce.
  • Prepare regular sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and performance analyses.
  • Track key performance indicators and adjust strategies to optimize results.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the events, exhibitions, or conference industry.
  • An established network within target industries in Japan.
  • Knowledge of digital marketing and lead-generation platforms.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • Experience working in a multinational or matrix organization.

About the Company

Informa Group

Organizes B2B events, digital platforms, publishing

Informa operates internationally in events, digital services, and academic research for B2B audiences. It runs large-scale industry events, provides digital content and networking platforms, and publishes academic research, earning revenue from event tickets, subscriptions, and publication fees. Its differentiators include a global footprint (FTSE 100-listed, 30 countries, 12,000 employees) and a diversified revenue mix across events, digital services, and scholarly publishing. Its goal is to connect professionals, businesses, and researchers by delivering events and digital platforms that enable knowledge exchange and business opportunities worldwide.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Colchester, United Kingdom
Founded
1998

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