Account Executive

Monroe & Chase; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established media company in London seeks an Account Executive for a 3-month FTC with a view to extend. You'll be responsible for generating revenue through recruitment and classified advertising, supporting the sales team in achieving overall targets. Proven experience in media sales is required, along with strong negotiation and communication skills. This role includes hybrid working, requiring at least three days onsite.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in media sales, advertising, or related industries.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and structure deals with clients.
• Acquire new clients and manage relationships.
• Report sales performance and analyze results.

Skills

Negotiation and deal structuring

Client Acquisition

Relationship Management

Sales Strategy

Sales Reporting and Analysis

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Account Executive (3-month FTC with a view to extend)

Our client, a well-established leading weekly newspaper and website is looking for an experienced member for their sales team.

As this role is primarily focused on selling Recruitment/Classified Advertising, you will hold a significant revenue responsibility, contributing substantially to the overall sales targets of the department and the organisation.

This role initially is for a 3-month contract, but should there be significant revenue generation, it can be extended and/or made permanent.

Responsibilities

• Negotiation and deal structuring
• Client Acquisition
• Relationship Management
• Sales Strategy
• Sales Reporting and Analysis
• Administrative Duties

Experience

• Proven experience in media sales, advertising, or related industries.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficient is using CRM software and Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ethics, integrity, empathy, and respect for team members and the business environment.
• The ability to reflect and consider ways to improve.

Oher information:

Normal working hours are 9am - 5pm, with occasional evening or weekend work to cover events. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, requiring at least three days a week at the offices in central London with opportunities for remote work on the other days.