Media Sales Executive

Confidential; Tonbridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Job summary

Confidential is recruiting a Media Sales Executive to grow advertising revenue across print, digital and multimedia products in Kent and the South East. You will identify new business opportunities, manage a portfolio of existing clients and close sales.

The role involves meetings (virtual and face-to-face), proposing campaigns, negotiating terms, and collaborating with marketing and editorial teams. Hybrid working is available after probation and a generous benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in media or advertising sales or similar B2B sales.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, target-driven with a resilient sales approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across Kent and the South East.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of existing advertising clients.
• Sell advertising solutions across print, digital, social media and sponsored content platforms.
• Conduct client meetings both virtually and face-to-face to understand advertising objectives.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate commercial agreements and close sales opportunities.
• Work closely with marketing and editorial teams to deliver successful campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records through CRM systems and provide regular sales forecasts.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets.

Skills

Media sales

B2B sales

Relationship building

CRM

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reed Business Support are recruiting for a Media Sales Executive on behalf of our valued client. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a commercially driven individual who is confident building relationships, generating new business, and thriving within a fast-paced sales environment. As the appointed Media Sales Executive, you will play a key role in growing advertising revenue across a portfolio of print, digital and multimedia products.

About the Role

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities across Kent and the South East
• Managing and growing a portfolio of existing advertising clients
• Selling advertising solutions across print, digital, social media and sponsored content platforms
• Conducting client meetings both virtually and face-to-face to understand advertising objectives
• Preparing proposals, negotiating commercial agreements and closing sales opportunities
• Working closely with marketing and editorial teams to deliver successful campaigns
• Maintaining accurate records through CRM systems and providing regular sales forecasts
• Achieving and exceeding monthly and quarterly revenue targets

About You

• Previous experience within media sales, advertising sales, digital marketing sales or a similar B2 B sales environment
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Target-driven with a proactive and resilient approach to sales
• Ability to identify commercial opportunities and convert leads into long-term clients
• Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts effectively
• Full UK driving licence preferred due to client visits across the local area

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission structure
• Hybrid working opportunities following probation
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Regular incentives, team rewards and sales competitions
• Ongoing training and professional development within the media and advertising sector
• Opportunity to work with established local and regional brands across Kent
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking in Tonbridge
• Clear progression opportunities into Senior Sales Executive, Account Manager or Business Development Manager positions

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation within the media sector, offering a supportive team culture and strong earning potential.