itison

About the Company

At itison we believe life is about the experience. Our job is to find them, create them and live them. We believe a life spent having great experiences with your favourite people is better, richer, and happier.

We match our 1.7m households to the best local businesses; create our own world class events; run some of our home city’s best venues; and donate experiences to those who need them the most through our own charity.

We believe our business should be a force for good and a great place for a career, but above all we believe work should be fun and that the experience starts with us.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

itison

Job Title

Sales & Account Team Leader - Manchester

Job Description

Job title: Sales & Account Team Leader Role Summary: Lead the sales function for new business development and account growth across Manchester and the North‑West. Build and nurture relationships with hospitality and leisure partners, drive double‑digit growth, and transition into a formal team‑lead role as the team expands. Expactations: - Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs, contributing to overall company growth. - Leverage a strong local network to secure high‑value partnerships. - Deliver consistent, high‑quality service to existing and new accounts. - Demonstrate resilience, strategic thinking, and negotiation acumen within a fast‑paced environment. - Manage time efficiently, balancing scheduled meetings with opportunistic drop‑ins. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of new business opportunities. - Identify and negotiate compelling experiences for local and regional clients. - Manage key accounts, ensuring continued growth and satisfaction. - Collaborate with senior teams to design long‑term partnership strategies. - Conduct research and apply industry knowledge to pinpoint optimal collaboration opportunities. - Coach and support junior sales staff, preparing them for future leadership roles. - Combine scheduled meetings with spontaneous visits to qualified venues. - Track performance metrics and report to senior management. Required Skills: - Proven B2B sales experience or equivalent in hospitality/leisure sectors. - Strong local network within Manchester and North‑West hospitality industry. - Exceptional written and verbal communication. - Tenacious, self‑motivated, and driven by targets (KPIs). - Skilled objection handling and negotiation. - Emotional intelligence and ability to build relationships at all levels. - Diligent, organized, and adept at following processes and managing time. - People‑management experience in a sales environment. - Understanding of industry profit margins and operational considerations. Required Education & Certifications: - Relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. - Valid UK driving licence and personal transport required.

Manchester, United kingdom

On site

17-02-2026

Company Name

itison

Job Title

Sales & Account Manager - Newcastle

Job Description

Job Title: Sales & Account Manager Role Summary: Drive double‑digit growth in the Newcastle and Northeast England market by sourcing, negotiating, and managing hospitality‑based experiences for a large member platform. Expectations: Meet and exceed quarterly sales targets, build a robust pipeline, nurture existing accounts, and continually identify new business opportunities. Demonstrate strong networking, negotiation, and strategic partnership skills within the hospitality and leisure sectors. Key Responsibilities: • Identify and engage potential B2B clients (F&B, spas, hotels, restaurants) in Newcastle & NE England. • Develop and negotiate contracts for local experiences and events. • Manage and grow existing accounts, offering upsell and cross‑sell solutions. • Collaborate with senior brands to create long‑term partnership strategies. • Use research and industry knowledge to pinpoint high‑margin opportunities. • Combine scheduled meetings with drop‑in visits to maximise time. • Report on KPIs, forecasts, and pipeline status to management. Required Skills: • Proven B2B sales experience or equivalent in hospitality/leisure. • Established network within the hospitality sector. • Excellent verbal & written communication. • Strong negotiation, objection handling, and relationship‑building. • Self‑motivated, target‑driven, organized, and emotionally intelligent. • Driving licence and personal transport. • Ability to work remotely and commute to Newcastle office as required. Required Education & Certifications: • High school diploma or equivalent (university degree preferred). • Relevant industry certifications are an advantage.

Newcastle upon tyne, United kingdom

On site

17-02-2026