Business Development Executive - Omagh

VanRath; Omagh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and publishing organisation in Omagh is seeking a Business Development Executive. The role involves driving commercial growth by identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and delivering impactful advertising solutions. The ideal candidate should have experience in sales, strong communication skills, and be proficient in CRM systems. This position offers a competitive salary with performance-related incentives in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-related incentives

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development or sales ideally within media, advertising, or marketing.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and results-focused with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse market trends to identify new prospects.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through networking and client engagement.
• Develop tailored advertising proposals across print and digital platforms.
• Present and negotiate campaigns to maximise revenue and client satisfaction.
• Work closely with marketing, editorial, and production teams to ensure campaign success.
• Track and report on performance metrics using insights to improve future results.
• Represent the company at networking events and industry functions.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales and negotiation skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Proficient in CRM systems

Education

Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a leading media and publishing organisation in the Omagh area, currently seeking a Business Development Executive to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional with a passion for media, advertising, and helping businesses connect with their audiences across both print and digital platforms.

The Role

As Business Development Executive, you will play a key part in driving commercial growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and delivering creative advertising solutions that achieve results.

This is mainly office-based, but expenses are provided for any client visits that may be needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyse market trends to identify new prospects
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through networking and client engagement
• Develop tailored advertising proposals across print and digital platforms
• Present and negotiate campaigns to maximise revenue and client satisfaction
• Work closely with marketing, editorial, and production teams to ensure campaign success
• Track and report on performance metrics, using insights to improve future results
• Represent the company at networking events and industry functions

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in business development or sales, ideally within media, advertising, or marketing
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and results-focused, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
• Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (desirable but not essential)

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-related incentives
• Opportunity to work with a well-established and progressive media brand
• Supportive, collaborative environment with genuine scope for career growth

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