Business Development Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join their digital advertising team. This hybrid role offers the chance to showcase innovative digital marketing solutions tailored to customer needs. You will focus on new business development while also nurturing existing accounts, ensuring clients receive the best possible service and results. With extensive training provided, this position is perfect for those looking to enhance their digital skills and grow their careers in a supportive environment. Enjoy a range of perks, including generous holiday allowances and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Extra day off on your birthday

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual volunteer charity day

Perks & Discounts with retailers

Ongoing career development

Structured career progression

Training days

Remote working options

Qualifications

• Experience in digital marketing and consultative sales.
• Ability to understand customer needs and present tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and maintain existing accounts.
• Create effective campaigns to increase digital revenues.
• Drive and manage customer relationships.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Paid Social

Google Ads

Content Marketing

Digital Display

Video Marketing

Customer Engagement

Job description

Newsquest's LOCALiQ brand is dedicated to empowering SMEs by enhancing their digital presence and visibility in the marketplace. As the UK's foremost local media group, Newsquest boasts a network of 150 esteemed news brands spanning the country. Through LOCALiQ, Newsquest leverages its extensive reach and expertise to support small and medium-sized enterprises in achieving growth and success in the digital sphere.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager in our digital advertising team!

Working on a hybrid basis, this consultative sales role involves showcasing our digital advertising and marketing solutions best suited to each customer’s needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Ideally, you will be based within the South London region and it is preferred that you have a solid understanding of digital marketing products such as paid social, Google Ads, content marketing, digital display, video & websites.
• Coming from an industry background is advantageous but not essential. You will understand your customer’s needs through questioning and listening, and present the best solutions to ensure great response and traction for each campaign.
• This role focuses on new business development, with access to our active customer base and opportunities to reach out to lapsed clients.
• You will also maintain and grow existing accounts, creating effective campaigns, retaining customers, winning new business, and increasing digital revenues.
• You must drive and have access to your own car.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Newsquest offers extensive training through the LOCALiQ Sales Training Academy to help build digital skills and fast-track career development in digital marketing.
• Remote working options.
• Ongoing career development and salary progression.
• Perks & Discounts with numerous retailers and organizations.
• Opportunities for team building and training days.
• 25 days paid holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• An extra day off on your birthday.
• Structured career progression, ongoing training, and performance reviews.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Annual volunteer charity day.

Newsquest Media Group/LOCALiQ 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. We are committed to fairness in our recruitment process and will consider any adjustments needed to support applicants.

We are a trusted part of your community for generations. LOCALiQ combines local news with digital marketing, offering online advertising and digital marketing services backed by data from 1.5 million local campaigns and 45 million monthly users. Let our experts help you reach new customers and grow your business.