Advertising Sales Consultant

LOCALiQ_UK; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

LOCALiQ_UK is seeking a driven Advertising Sales Consultant to join their Brighton team. This field-based role involves selling multi-platform advertising solutions in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have B2B sales experience and a passion for building client relationships.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Competitive Salary plus Commission Scheme

Contributory Pension

Perks & Discounts with retailers

Opportunities for team building and training days

25 days paid holiday

An extra day off on your birthday

Holiday purchase scheme

Structured career progression

Mental Health Support via Lifeworks

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in media or advertising.
• Confidence in meeting clients face-to-face and managing your own diary.
• Strong knowledge of Brighton and the wider Sussex area.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly revenue targets and KPIs.
• Proactively generate leads and manage a sales pipeline.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular in-person meetings.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Confidence in face-to-face meetings

Digital awareness

Knowledge of Brighton area

Job description

Application Deadline: 31 July 2025

Department: Sales and Commercial

Location: Brighton

Compensation: £28,000 - £30,000 / year

Description

Publication: Sussex Life and Brighton Argus
Location: Brighton and Sussex
Commission: Uncapped on top of basic salary, OTE 40k
Sussex Life Magazine is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Advertising Sales Consultant to join our team. This is a target-driven role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment and is passionate about connecting premium brands with a discerning lifestyle audience.

You will be responsible for selling multi-platform advertising solutions across our prestigious print and digital portfolio. This includes Sussex Life Magazine, a leading luxury lifestyle title with a loyal and affluent readership. There will also be scope to sell advertising into The Brighton Argus, one of the region’s most popular daily newspapers, offering further reach and visibility for your clients.

This is a field-based role, and you will be expected to attend regular face-to-face meetings with clients across Brighton and the wider Sussex region. You must be based locally and have a full UK driving licence.



Key Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed monthly revenue targets and KPIs
• Proactively generate leads and manage a sales pipeline
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular in-person meetings
• Sell across a range of platforms, including print, digital, social media, video, and events
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver effective advertising campaigns
• Maintain accurate records of activity and client communications
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in media or advertising
• A consultative sales approach with strong presentation and negotiation skills
• Confidence in meeting clients face-to-face and managing your own diary
• A results-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently
• Digital awareness or a willingness to learn (full training provided)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Strong knowledge of Brighton and the wider Sussex area, with a genuine connection to the local community
• You must be based locally and able to travel across the region for client meetings
  
  

Job Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive Salary plus Commission Scheme
• Contributory Pension
• Perks & Discounts with numerous retailers and organisations
• Opportunities for team building and training days
• 25 days paid holiday, statutory bank holidays
• An extra day off on your birthday
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
• Discount Vouchers
• Discounted Gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Mental Health Support via Lifeworks
• Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses.
• Annual Volunteer - Charity Day
• Staff referral scheme

Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities. As part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.