Account Executive

Nine; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading media company as an Account Executive, where you'll support the Regional TV sales team. This role offers a dynamic environment, focusing on client relationships and campaign management. Ideal for self-starters eager to grow in Media Sales.

Benefits

18 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Exclusives program

Digital newspaper subscription

Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription

Sales Academy training program

Qualifications

• Experience working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues and complaints.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and clients.
• Manage and deliver advertising campaigns.
• Provide timely responses to client inquiries.

Skills

Organised

Self-motivated

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands.

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Job Description

As an Account Executive, you will assist the Regional TV sales team with quality support. This will include processing and managing the placement of media bookings, generating reports and other associated administrative work. You will respond to client requests and meet and greet with clients at relevant sales functions.

We're seeking an organised and self-motivated Account Executive to provide outstanding service and achieve exceptional results for our clients. You'll thrive in our energetic and high-performing sales team, where independence and a drive to exceed expectations are key! Be part of a company that's at the forefront of the media industry, pushing boundaries and setting new standards.

Day to day you will:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, agencies, and clients
• Work with Sales Executives to identify opportunities for growth from new clients, as well as from current and lapsed client lists
• Work with Sales Executives to generate effective and compelling advertising proposals
• Accurately set up accounts and process advertising bookings
• Manage and deliver campaigns
• Provide effective, timely and accurate responses to client enquiries

Qualifications

You are a self-starter who is organised, driven, and committed to delivering outstanding results and best in market service to our clients.

You pride yourself on your positive and professional communication style, and enjoy participating in a collaborative, results-driven team environment. You are supportive of others and always willing and share new information and innovative ideas with the team.

You are eager to learn and have the ambition to build your Media Sales career from the ground up. You will be excited to get your foot in the door of Australia’s largest locally owned media company and motivated by the multitude of opportunities that it presents.

What we would like to see on your resume:

• Experience working under pressure and meeting deadlines while maintaining high attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to take steps to solve a problem and resolve issues and complaints
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
• Advanced skills with Microsoft office and Google Workspace

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription
• The opportunity to build your skills by completing Sales Academy – our bespoke training and development program for Sales.

More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

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