Business Development Executive

SoGlos - Gloucestershire's leading media brand; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

SoGlos, a leading media brand in Gloucestershire, is seeking a dynamic sales professional to drive new business and manage client relationships. This role offers a vibrant work environment, flexible hours, and the chance to work with a passionate team. Competitive salary with uncapped commission potential makes this an exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Flexible daily working hours

Hybrid office/home working options

Staff discounts at local venues

Ongoing in-house training

Additional holiday for each year with the company

Qualifications

• Some sales experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT skills including CRMs and social media.
• Results-driven mindset motivated by KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by researching and winning new business.
• Create compelling advertising campaign proposals.
• Manage a busy calendar of activity.

Skills

Sales experience

IT skills

Problem solving

Influencing decision-makers

Tools

HubSpot

Office 365

Job description

SoGlos - Gloucestershire's leading media brand

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About SoGlos

SoGlos is on a mission to celebrate Gloucestershire as an incredible place to live, work, and visit.

Launched 18 years ago, the iconic media brand not only plays a vital role in the county’s success, but is also striving to revolutionise UK regional media — regularly winning national accolades in recognition of its work as an innovative industry pioneer.

An engaging and influential platform for readers, an established and trusted marketing platform for partners, and a supportive and vibrant workplace for our passionate team of creative professionals, this is a unique opportunity to join an innovative company in the heart of Gloucestershire.

About the role

1. Drive sales by researching, targeting, and winning new business
2. Undertake telephone, Teams, and in-person meetings with potential clients
3. Create compelling advertising campaign proposals
4. Confidently present creative solutions to decision-makers
5. Introduce partners to a wider range of marketing services
6. Effectively manage a busy calendar of activity
7. Work closely with and learn from experienced sales team colleagues

About you

1. A quick learner, with enthusiasm to hit the ground running
2. Some sales experience working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
3. A flair for telephone and face-to-face sales, influencing decision-makers, and overcoming objections
4. Results-driven mindset, motivated by KPIs and data
5. Proactive self-starter able to prioritise activity and manage meetings
6. Problem solver, remaining calm under pressure and finding solutions to challenges
7. Strong IT skills including CRMs (including HubSpot), social media platforms, and Office 365
8. Some experience in a sales role in the media, marketing, recruitment, IT, estate agency, or professional services sector would be advantageous

Benefits and salary

1. An inspiring town centre work environment within the SoGlos zone at Studio 19, SLG's award-winning offices, within The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham
2. The opportunity to work alongside a dynamic and forward-thinking team passionate about celebrating Gloucestershire
3. Staff discounts at numerous The Brewery Quarter venues such as BrewDog, Cosy Club, Flight Club, and The Botanist
4. Flexible daily working hours
5. Hybrid office/home working options
6. Ongoing in-house training; monthly personal reviews; annual appraisals and salary reviews
7. An additional day’s holiday for every year with the company, up to five days
8. #SoGlosSocial team get-togethers
9. Competitive starting salary plus commission, with OTE of around £40,000 per annum, uncapped

To apply

The closing date for applications is Friday 30 May 2025.

Send your CV and a covering note about why you’re the perfect person for the role to SoGlos’s office manager, Tracey Gamble, at [email address].

Please note, SoGlos will not be using recruitment agencies to fill this role, but does welcome applications from exceptional recruitment consultants interested in changing sectors.