Jobs Explained: IGaming Sales Manager.

What is a Sales Manager? How much do Sales Managers earn? How do you get your first job as a Sales Manager and what is the long-term career potential? In this jobs explained profile we explore everything you need to know about Sales Managers in the iGaming industry.

What is an iGaming Sales Manager?

​A Sales Manager identifies and targets new business opportunities through utilising existing industry contacts and partnerships & researching new market opportunities. A Sales Manager leads and coaches a team of salespeople. Managers are responsible for development strategies in terms of assessing new markets and products.

Similar roles

• Business Development Manager - focussed on striking new deals and gaining new clients.

• Account Manager - focussed on maintaining long term relationships with accounts.

What does a Sales Manager do?

​A Sales Manager is responsible for gaining and retaining new clients, through new deals opportunities and account management. Sales Managers lead and coach a team of salespeople. A Sales Manager's tasks often include assigning sales territories, setting quotas, mentoring the members of the sales team, assigning sales training, building a sales plan, and hiring and firing salespeople.

Pros Varied Customer interaction Meet many different people Transferrable skills Get the thrill of striking a new deal Build long term business relationships Buzz of upselling accounts Big bonusses

Cons Demanding expectations Unpredictable schedule Pressure Short lived successes Have to juggle time as this is an all around role compared to Business Development or Account Manager

How much do iGaming Sales Managers earn?

• Account Manager - £35,000 - £70,000 + 10-15% bonus

• Business Development Manager - £50,000 - £90,000 + 40-50% bonus

• Sales Manager - £50,000- £90,000 + 40-50% bonus

What skills and qualifications do you need to become an iGaming Sales Manager?

Direct sales experience is not always required, but knowledge of the iGaming industry is essential. Generally a good amount of the following is necessary:

• iGaming industry experience.

• Knowledge of iGaming products (casino, slots etc).

• B2B sales experience.

• Excellent negotiation skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Account management experience.

• Ability to perform under pressure.

• Ability to deal with and solve problems quickly and accurately.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

How do I get a job as an iGaming Sales Manager?

Becoming a Sales Manager often requires a good foundation of sales and management experience, but only iGaming experience is essential. You’ll find Sales Manager jobs advertised online, including junior, mid-level and senior positions. Be sure to include all relevant qualifications and experience when writing your CV- and don’t forget to send us a copy too, as we often have exclusive and unadvertised Sales Manager jobs.