Head of Brand Partnerships- Womens focussed Lifestyle Publisher

Urban Digital Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in lifestyle media is seeking a dynamic Head of Brand Partnerships to drive revenue through innovative cross-platform campaigns. This pivotal role offers the chance to work with premium brands and agencies, leveraging your media sales expertise to create impactful partnerships. With a strong focus on a modern, engaged female audience, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values creativity and strategic thinking. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, growth-oriented company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in media or brand partnership sales.
• Strong understanding of media agency landscape and buying processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue by selling creative, cross-platform campaigns.
• Build and maintain senior relationships across media and client landscape.

Skills

Media Sales Experience

New Business Sales

Partnership Development

Client Relationship Management

Creative Proposal Development

Job description

Head of Brand Partnerships - Women's Focussed Lifestyle Publisher

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Base pay range

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Head-hunter | Co-Founder @ Urban Digital Recruitment | Partner to Some of the World’s Most Exciting Start-Ups & Scale-Ups

Head of Brand Partnerships - Women's Lifestyle Proposition

Hybrid (Remote + Monthly Meetings in Oxfordshire/London)

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE RELEVANT DIGITAL BRAND PARTNERSHIPS EXPERIENCE AND CAN SHOWCASE EXCELLENT NEW BUSINESS SALES EXPERIENCE

Independent UK lifestyle media brand is seeking a commercially driven Head of Brand Partnerships. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced media sales professional to join a multi-award-winning digital platform at a pivotal time in their growth journey.

With a premium client list, this brand has built a strong reputation for its intelligent, irreverent editorial style and highly engaged female audience. Following 90% year-on-year growth, 2025 is set to be a transformative year — and this role is central to that expansion.

The Company:

This is a hugely respected name in lifestyle media, with a distinctive voice and loyal following. Focused on smart, cosmopolitan women nationally, the brand’s tone is modern, upbeat, and culturally savvy. The business offers a supportive, collaborative environment where ideas are welcomed and impact is tangible.

The Opportunity:

This is a key senior role responsible for driving commercial revenue through partnerships with media agencies and premium national brands. You’ll be selling cross-platform campaigns including digital display, branded content, video, podcast, social, competitions, and live events.

You’ll need to be both strategic and hands-on — someone who can open doors, build strong relationships at all levels, and pitch innovative, effective media solutions that meet client objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Drive revenue by selling creative, cross-platform campaigns to brands and agencies
2. Identify and convert new business opportunities with a focus on growth
3. Build and maintain senior relationships across media and client landscape
4. Respond to briefs with well-developed, creative proposals
5. Articulate the brand’s tone, values, and audience confidently
6. Create and deliver compelling sales presentations and pitches
7. Meet and exceed sales targets monthly, quarterly, and annually

Ideal Candidate:

1. Minimum 7 years’ experience in media, digital, or brand partnership sales
2. A solid contact book of agencies and brand-side marketers
3. Proven success in securing and growing high-value partnerships
4. Experience selling across digital, branded content, podcasts, events, etc.
5. Strong understanding of media agency landscape and buying processes
6. Proactive, motivated, highly organized — thrives in a fast-paced environment

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Sales, and Advertising

Industries

• Advertising Services and Technology, Information and Media