Business Development Consultant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Consultant to join their dynamic digital advertising team. This hybrid role offers the chance to empower SMEs by enhancing their digital presence through innovative marketing solutions. You'll be responsible for engaging with clients, understanding their unique needs, and presenting tailored advertising strategies. With comprehensive training and ongoing career development opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the digital marketing landscape. Join a forward-thinking company that values growth and success for both its clients and its employees.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Extra day off on birthday

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual volunteer charity day

Perks & Discounts with retailers

Ongoing career development

Team building opportunities

Structured career progression

Performance reviews

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of digital marketing products and services.
• Experience in consultative sales and customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Showcase digital advertising solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Maintain and grow existing accounts while winning new business.
• Utilize questioning and listening skills to understand customer needs.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Paid Social

Google Ads

Content Marketing

Digital Display

Video Production

Job description

Business Development Consultant, Croydon

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 use great questioning and listening skills to understand your customer’s needs and present the best solutions to ensure great response and traction for each campaign.
• This is a new business development role, with access to our active customer base and opportunities to reach out to lapsed clients. You will also maintain and grow existing accounts, focusing on 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 provides comprehensive training through its LOCALiQ Sales Training Academy, supporting career development in digital media sales.
• Remote working
• 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 and will consider any adjustments to support your application process.

LOCALiQ combines trusted local news with digital marketing services, leveraging data from over 1.5 million local campaigns and 45 million monthly users to help businesses reach new customers effectively.