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Commercial Director (Exhibitions)

Ref: JO-2605-360675

  • Environment: In-office
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-09-01

Our client, a leading player in the events and exhibitions industry, is seeking a commercially driven Commercial Director to lead revenue growth and strategic partnerships across their portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute commercial strategies to drive sponsorship and exhibition revenue
* Lead, mentor, and scale high-performing sales teams
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders
* Identify new business opportunities and drive market expansion
* Work closely with marketing and operations teams to maximise event performance
* Analyse market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy

Requirements:
* Proven experience in a senior commercial/sales leadership role within exhibitions or events (mandatory)
* Strong track record of achieving and exceeding revenue targets
* Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach
* Experience operating in fast-paced, target-driven environments

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and play a key role in shaping its commercial success.

If this sounds like you, feel free to apply or message me directly for a confidential discussion.

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Commercial Director (Exhibitions)

  • United Arab Emirates, Dubai
  • Sales, Sales Leadership
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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