Business Development Executive - Event Solutions
gther
An industry-leading event platform company.
gther is an independently owned event tech company based in Maidenhead, UK. Born from a belief that live/virtual experiences deserve smarter, more connected technology, gther is growing fast and scaling our platform at a pivotal moment for the events industry. As audiences demand richer, more personalised and more measurable experiences, gther is helping organisers, brands and venues reimagine what’s possible before, during and after an event.
We sit at the intersection of live experience and technology, building tools that bring people together, unlock meaningful data and power better decisions.
With momentum building, ambitious plans ahead and a clear vision for the future of event tech, this is a rare opportunity to join a business on the rise. At gther, you won’t just be part of our growth, you’ll help shape the next generation of live, virtual and hybrid experiences.
The Role
Business Development Executive – Event Solutions
- Hybrid / Flexible work | 3 Days in Office pwk
- Office based in Maidenhead, Berkshire | Next to Train Station
- Salary: Competitive + Commission + Bonus (dependent on experience)
We are looking for a driven, commercially focused Business Development Executive to join our growing team and help scale revenue across our event solutions offering. You will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, building pipeline, and introducing gther’s platform to event organisers, brands, and agencies.
This role is ideal for someone with a proven track record in sales who wants to develop their career further within a dynamic team and be part of our progression as the business scales.
What You'll Do
- Generate new business through outbound prospecting (calls, email, LinkedIn)
- Qualify inbound leads and convert them into sales opportunities
- Build and manage a consistent pipeline of opportunities
- Book and conduct discovery calls with prospective clients
- Understand client needs and position gther’s solutions effectively
- Collaborate with Account Executives and senior team members on closing deals
- Maintain accurate CRM data and activity tracking
- Represent gther at industry events and networking opportunities
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 experience in sales, business development, or similar role
- Experience in either event agency sales or SaaS software sales preferable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated, proactive, and target-driven
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of the event industry or event technology is a major advantage
- Proactive, goal-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, on-site environment
Potential Progression
• Clear opportunity for career progression within multiple branches of the business structure
• Opportunity to specialise in enterprise sales, partnerships, or strategic accounts
• Long-term growth within a dynamic scaling SaaS business
gther is an Equal Opportunity Employer.