International Sales Manager - Corporate Events

Are you ready to make your mark on the world of corporate events?
Do you have a passion for building relationships, driving international sales, and delivering unforgettable experiences? We want you to be part of our world-class team at Bella Center Copenhagen – a venue where we proudly Host Moments that Matter.
We're looking for a dynamic, driven, and relationship-focused International Sales Manager to take charge of bringing top-tier international corporate clients to our iconic venue. If you thrive in business development and enjoy making lasting connections, this is the role for you!

About the job?
As our International Sales Manager, you’ll be an integral part of a dynamic, collaborative team, playing a key role in shaping the future of corporate events in Copenhagen. You’ll work closely with Wonderful Copenhagen and other stakeholders to secure high-profile international corporate events, conferences, product launches, celebrations, customer events, sales kick offs, exhibitions and more at Bella Center Copenhagen.

In 2025, we’re setting the stage to host an exciting record number of global industry leaders and high-profile events like Wind Europe, Digital Transformation World, Tech BBQ – just to name a few. Get ready to contribute to the success of events that attract from 300 - 20,000 attendees and showcase industry leaders.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and a key decision driver for clients trusting us to host their high profile events. If you're passionate about sustainability, you'll be proud to represent a company that leads the charge in Responsible Hospitality.
Your role will be focused on driving business development in international markets. You’ll actively pursue high-potential segments, network at major industry events like IBTM and IMEX, and collaborate with industry stakeholders to secure key contracts. You’ll be the trusted lead in responding to RFPs, creating personalized proposals, and building lasting partnerships.

Tasks
Among others, your tasks will consist of:

• Crafting and executing business development strategies for the International Corporate Segment
• Attending industry-leading events like IBTM and IMEX to expand your network and engage with global influencers.
• Managing Key Accounts
• Preparing and presenting complex proposals that win clients over in response to an event specific RFP (Request for Proposal)
• Hosting site inspections
• Negotiating high value contracts
• Taking ownership of forecasting & budgeting for your event portfolio.

Our top priority is customer satisfaction, and your role will be pivotal in ensuring that our clients have seamless, memorable experiences that bring them back time and time again. Hear what our clients have to say about us.

About you
To be successful in this exciting position, you’ll bring:

• Proven success in sales, ideally within the meetings & events industry.
• A natural relationship builder who thrives in connecting with people.
• Expertise in responding to RFPs and negotiating contracts.
• Strong commercial acumen and insight into the corporate events market.
• The ability to juggle multiple projects without losing sight of the big picture.
• Fluency English, both written and spoken. Fluency in Danish is an advantage.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience in Sales.
• A passion for collaboration, attention to detail, and a drive to excel.

How does the role fit into our organization
-> Bella Center Copenhagen
Our Commercial Team has the following areas of expertise:

• International Sales Team: focus on Associations and Corporate Events (where this role sits)
• National Sales Team: focus on Associations and Corporate Events
• Bella Presents: focus on own produced events (such as Bogforum and Copenhagen Gaming Week) and National Exhibitions
• CIFF (Copenhagen International Fashion Fair)
• Planning Team: The link between Sales and Operations, working with clients to deliver the events secured by all of the above Sales Teams.

-> Hotel Brands
Our Hotel Field Sales Team is responsible for business development across our 3 international hotel brands - Copenhagen Marriott, Crowne Plaza and AC Bella Sky. Each hotel has an on-property Conference & Events department.

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At Bellagroup, we value diversity and therefore encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic background, religion, or sexual orientation.

Bellagroup is one of Denmark's largest companies in the hospitality industry, with two primary business areas: venues and hotels.

Our Vision:
"Shaping the sustainable hospitality platform of the future"

Our Mission:
"Hosting Moments that Matter"

See our values and much more here: BELLAGROUP VALUES

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Additional Information:
Please note that the hiring manager, Gemma Strutt (www.linkedin.com/in/gemma-strutt-6479171), is returning from maternity leave on Monday 10th March. Applications will be reviewed upon her return.

In case you have any questions regarding this position or Bellagroup, please feel free to reach out gstr@bellagroup.dk or +45-5060 4468.