Media Business Development Manager

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Media Business Development Manager to drive new business generation and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of media advertising, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary with bonuses and a great benefits package, including a car allowance and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 10% quarterly bonus

£5,000 car allowance

Fantastic benefits package

Progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Generation of new business and growing a portfolio.
• Maintain relationships with existing customers.
• Identify opportunities for business growth.
• Attend in-person meetings with clients and prospects.
• Prepare proposals and keep in touch with clients.

Skills

Knowledge of media/commercial advertising

Ability to develop long-lasting relationships

Experience putting together tailored sales packages

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

VANRATH have partnered with one of the most popular media companies in NI. The organisation is looking to recruit a Media Business Development Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a sales individual to join a thriving company with a fantastic work environment and progression opportunities.

The successful candidate will work within the company's very modern Belfast office, though most of the day-to-day would be out visiting clients with a mix of home working.

Permanent position

Salary: £32,000 - £39,000 + Up to 10% Bonus each quarter (40% bonus per year possible) + £5,000 Car allowance + Fantastic Benefits Package + Progression Opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Generation of new business - retaining, developing and growing a portfolio of accounts
• Maintain relationships with existing customers across audio, digital and press
• Identify opportunities for business growth with existing clients
• Creative sponsorship and promotion selling
• Help create competitive commercial packages
• Attend in-person meetings with clients and prospects
• Prepare proposals and keep in touch with clients during the process
• Attend meetings with the rest of the sales team and provide support when required
• Attend client events when needed
• Keep up-to-date with media/commercial advertising industry developments
• Monitor competitor activity

The Ideal Candidate

• Knowledge of media/commercial advertising within NI and the wider market
• Ability to develop and maintain long-lasting relationships
• Experience putting together tailored sales packages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change