Graduate sales specialist at United-Media

United Media; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

United Media is seeking a Graduate Sales Specialist to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to develop sales skills while collaborating closely with leadership on conference strategies. Ideal candidates are passionate about sales, target-driven, and possess excellent communication skills. Enjoy unlimited growth potential and a competitive salary in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with generous OTE

Operational experience in a scale-up environment

Close collaboration with leadership

Unlimited growth potential

Qualifications

• Exceptional work ethic and high sense of urgency.
• Proactive and ownership of tasks.
• Desire to excel in outbound sales roles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with analysts to review potential leads and arrange meetings.
• Develop skills in generating new business meetings.
• Assist sales representatives in expanding the sponsor network.

Skills

Sales Passion

Communication Skills

Team Spirit

Target-Driven

Job description

Graduate Sales Specialist at United Media

Location: London, United Kingdom

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you take on significant responsibility? Are you eager to be part of an entrepreneurial team with motivated and driven colleagues? Do you have a passion for creating events? If so, you might be our ideal Graduate Sales Specialist.

About Us

United Media specializes in building large-scale industry media and conference products across sectors such as insurance, HR, private equity, retail, and more. To date, we have organically launched eight media companies and acquired one (Insurtech Insights, Presidents Summit, Private Equity Insights, HRtechX, CFO Insights, Retail Insights, and SetSales).

What We Offer

As our Graduate Sales Specialist, you will have a unique opportunity to play a key role in building premier global conferences, supported by exceptional training and innovative products. We aim to push you beyond your comfort zone. You will be based at our headquarters in London, and to foster continuous growth, we provide:

• A competitive salary with a generous OTE
• Operational experience in a scale-up environment where your work and results are tangible and impactful
• Close collaboration with our leadership team on conference strategies
• Unlimited growth potential within our group, with a strong track record of internal promotions

Your Responsibilities

Your role involves working closely with our lead generation and senior sales teams to set up meetings for our global partnerships managers. Your main duties will include:

• Meeting Booking: Collaborate with analysts to review potential leads and arrange meetings using outreach methods such as phone, email, and LinkedIn with quality prospects.
• Expertise Development: Develop your skills in generating new business meetings with senior prospects, becoming integral to our growth.
• Sales Collaboration: Assist sales representatives in filling their schedules and expanding our sponsor network globally.

What We Expect From You

We seek individuals with an exceptional work ethic, a high sense of urgency, relentless drive, and a desire to excel. You should take ownership of your tasks, be proactive, and follow through. Humility and passion for building and executing new business are essential. Specifically, we look for:

• Sales Passion: A strong drive to succeed in outbound sales roles and a desire to advance quickly in your career.
• Target-Driven: Experience in fast-paced commercial environments with a focus on meeting targets.
• Team Spirit: Curiosity about people and enthusiasm for building and nurturing relationships.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Start Date

Flexible; our workweek is Monday to Friday at our office near Victoria Station. Remote work is not available. Applicants must have a valid UK work permit.

Application Process

Please fill out the application form below:

• First Name *
• Last Name *
• Email *
• Phone
• Resume/CV (accepted formats: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf)
• LinkedIn URL *
• Visa requirements for UK and EU
• Current country of residence
• Languages spoken fluently
• Year of graduation from university or last formal education