Digital Business Development Consultant

Newsquest; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Digital Business Development Consultant to join their innovative team. This role focuses on enhancing the digital presence of SMEs through tailored advertising solutions. As a key player in the consultative sales process, you will engage with customers to understand their needs and present effective digital marketing strategies. With a commitment to career development and a supportive work environment, this position offers the chance to thrive in the dynamic world of digital advertising. If you're passionate about driving results and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

No weekends or evening work

Remote working

Ongoing career development

Uncapped Commission Scheme

Workplace Pension

Perks & Discounts

25 days paid holiday

Extra day off on your birthday

Holiday purchase scheme

Mental Health Support

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of digital marketing products is preferred.
• Ability to present tailored solutions based on customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Showcase digital advertising solutions to meet customer needs.
• Maintain and grow existing accounts while winning new business.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Paid Social

Google Ads

Content Marketing

Digital Display

Sales Skills

Job description

Digital Business Development Consultant

Application Deadline: 29 May 2025

Department: Sales and Commercial

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: St Albans

Compensation: £33,000 - £35,000 / year

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 remotely, this consultative sales role involves responsibility for showcasing our digital advertising and marketing solutions best suited to each customer’s needs. Ideally, you will be based within the Hertfordshire region.

Key Responsibilities

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; however, it is not essential to this role. You will, through great questioning and listening, understand your customer’s needs and be able to present the best solutions we have available that will ensure great response and traction for each campaign.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

This role is a new business development one; however, you will have access to our active customer base as well as the opportunity to reach out to lapsed clients. You will also maintain and grow the existing accounts already utilising our solutions. The focus is on creating great campaigns, retaining customers, winning new business opportunities, and overall increasing digital revenues. It is essential that you drive and have access to your own car.

Through its investment in the industry-leading LOCALiQ Sales Training Academy, Newsquest can provide a comprehensive career development programme for digital media sales professionals. This assists Sales Consultants with extensive ongoing training and support, enabling them to build their digital skills and fast track their career development in digital marketing.

Benefits

• No weekends or evening work
• Remote working
• On-going career development and salary progression
• Uncapped Commission Scheme
• Workplace 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/ 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. 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.