Commercial Director | Oslo Business Forum

Location: Oslo, Norway
Type: Full-time

At Oslo Business Forum, we are on a mission to empower leaders to change the world. As part of our ambitious growth plan to increase our revenue from 100 million NOK in 2025 to 500 million NOK by 2030, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Director to enhance our sales team. This pivotal role involves driving significant sales processes, engaging with CEOs and executives of major Norwegian companies, and selling partnerships and large-scale events across our entities, including OBF Event and OBF Leadership.

What you will do:

• Strategic sales initiatives: Lead the sales of high-value sales for all our business units, to top-tier clients, focusing on long-term relationship building and strategic account management.

• Network expansion: Utilize and expand your extensive network to drive business growth and new client acquisitions.

• Client engagement: Directly engage with CEOs and senior executives, understanding their needs and presenting tailored solutions that align with their strategic goals.

• Sales cycle management: Manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closure, ensuring a smooth and professional client experience.

What we look for:

• Proven Experience: Extensive sales experience with a proven track record of closing high-value deals and managing sales cycles.

• Network strength: A robust network of contacts among senior executives and decision-makers within large Norwegian and potentially international companies.

• Strategic thinker: Strong strategic planning and execution skills, with an ability to think critically about client needs and organizational growth opportunities.

• Dynamic communicator: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of influencing and engaging a high-level audience.

• Industry knowledge: Deep understanding of the corporate event and leadership training sectors, with the ability to converse credibly about trends and challenges facing top executives.
  
  

Account Manager | Oslo Business Forum

 Location: Oslo, Norway
Type: Full-time

At Oslo Business Forum, we are on a mission to empower leaders to change the world. As we gear up to expand from 100 million NOK in revenue in 2025 to 500 million NOK by 2030, we are looking for 2 ambitious Account Managers to join our dynamic sales team. This role is an incredible opportunity for someone looking to jumpstart their career in sales, work closely with experienced professionals, and ultimately climb the ranks within the organization.

What you will do:

Pipeline development (20-50%): Build your own pipeline by identifying and cultivating potential leads to expand our client base.

Sales team support (50-80%): Provide administrative support to our senior sales executives, assisting with:

• Daily management of sales activities.

• Attending meetings and participating in discussions.

• Creating and delivering presentations and proposals.

• Maintaining and updating our HubSpot pipeline.

• Updating sales and maintaining budget files.

• Developing and implementing activity plans.

• Preparing planning documents for partnerships.

What we look for:

• Fearless ambition and curiosity: You are not shy about jumping into the deep end and have a strong desire to pursue a career in sales.

• Background: A recent graduate or/and 1-3 years of sales experience.

• High energy: You thrive in a fast-paced environment with high activity levels.

• Career growth: A keen interest in progressing within the company and eventually managing your own customer portfolio.

• Commercial instinct: An innate commercial sense, driven by meeting and exceeding sales targets.
  
  

Project Manager | OBF Event

Location: Oslo, Norway
Type: Full-time

At Oslo Business Forum, we are on a mission to empower leaders to change the world. As an integral part of the OBF Event team, we are seeking a Project Manager with robust experience in event management to oversee and successfully lead our premium events. This role is ideal for someone who is highly structured, has a strong background in event agency settings, and is committed to delivering first-class event experiences.

What you will do:

• Event planning and execution: Take charge of the full lifecycle of events, from initial planning to final execution, ensuring each event is delivered on time, within budget, and exceeds expectations.

• Team leadership: Lead a dedicated team within the OBF Event division, providing direction and support to ensure seamless event operations.

• Client interaction: Engage directly with clients to capture their vision and requirements, translating these into actionable plans that reflect OBF’s standards of excellence.

• Operational management: Manage all logistical aspects of our events, including venue selection, vendor negotiations, and day-of event coordination.

• Problem-solving: Proactively handle any challenges that arise during the planning stages or actual events, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for all stakeholders.

What we look for:

• Proven event management experience: Extensive experience in planning and executing large-scale events within a reputable event agency.

• Strong organizational skills: Superior ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Leadership capabilities: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

• Attention to detail: A thorough approach to all elements of event planning and execution, ensuring nothing is overlooked.

• Communication skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, essential for building relationships with clients and coordinating with team members and vendors.