Business Development Manager – Digital Advertising

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious global media brand as a Business Development Manager in London. This dynamic role focuses on driving new business from media and advertising agencies while managing key accounts. You'll work in a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration, contributing to impactful digital campaigns. If you are a strategic sales professional with a passion for the tech ecosystem, this is your chance to shape the future of digital advertising and build meaningful relationships in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B sales within publishing, media, or events.
• Strong track record managing accounts worth over £50k.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business from media and advertising agencies.
• Manage a portfolio of around 100 clients.

Skills

B2B Sales

Account Management

CRM Fluency

Consultative Sales

Presentation Skills

Tools

Google Workspace

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Recognised as one of a renowned international group's most progressive and successful divisions, this organisation prides itself on breaking down barriers.

Business Development Manager – Digital Advertising

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in-office)

The company

One of the world's most recognisable and reputable brands, our client’s position as a global influencer is unquestionable.

By bringing together the world's experts, pioneers, innovators, and business executives, this organisation creates platforms for debate, interaction and collaboration on some of the world’s most pressing and significant issues.

Our client offers genuine career pathways where every employee is valued, supported and respected.

The role

Are you an ambitious sales professional with experience working with media or advertising agencies? Ready to own your patch and shape the future of digital campaigns for a fast-moving, highly respected media brand?

We’re hiring a Business Development Manager to join a collaborative commercial team in London. You’ll be driving new business from media and advertising agencies, identifying opportunities and leading the full sales cycle.

This is a newly created position with the role split across new business (approx. 70%) and strategic account management (30%)—including responsibility for a portfolio of around 100 clients.

The Person

• Experience selling to and managing relationships with media buying/advertising agencies
• Proven success in B2B sales within publishing, media, or events
• Strong track record of managing and growing accounts worth £50k+
• Confident presenting to senior stakeholders and navigating complex deals
• A strategic, consultative approach to sales, with a solutions mindset
• CRM fluency and comfort with Google Workspace
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small, high-performing team
• Experience working with or selling into government agencies
• A passion for the tech and startup ecosystem