Media Sales Executive

Lloyd Recruitment - East Grinstead; Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Tonbridge is seeking a Media Sales Executive or Sales Manager to join their commercial team. The ideal candidate will have experience in media sales, be self-motivated, and thrive in a dynamic environment. This role offers a salary of up to £40k, uncapped commission, and a car allowance, along with ongoing training and clear progression opportunities. Join us to sell respected media brands and digital solutions.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Car allowance

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team culture

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in media, advertising, or B2B sales is highly advantageous.
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Able to build rapport quickly and maintain long‑term client relationships.
• Target‑driven, proactive, and highly self‑motivated.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and convert new advertising and media opportunities across print and digital.
• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of clients to maximise retention and repeat revenue.
• Sell multi‑channel advertising solutions including magazines, websites, email campaigns, and data‑led products.
• Understand client needs and develop tailored media packages and proposals.
• Work cross‑functionally to ensure smooth campaign delivery.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and track all sales activity.

Skills

Media sales experience

B2B sales experience

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills

Client relationship management

Self-motivated

Job description

Media Sales Executive / Sales Manager

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: Up to £40k (DOE) + commission + car allowance

Lloyd Recruitment Services are delighted to be working with an established and leading B2B media company, who are seeking a driven and commercially minded Media Sales Executive - or an experienced Sales Manager - to join their growing commercial team. The business produces specialist technical content across print and digital channels and has a strong international readership of industry professionals.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys building relationships, and is motivated by achieving results. You'll be selling a full suite of media solutions, including print advertising, digital campaigns, online placements, and thought‑leadership opportunities.

About the Role

You will take ownership of both new business development and account management, working with clients across a variety of sectors. You'll collaborate closely with editorial, marketing, and digital teams to deliver effective campaigns that help clients reach highly targeted audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source and convert new advertising and media opportunities across print and digital
• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of clients to maximise retention and repeat revenue
• Sell multi‑channel advertising solutions including magazines, websites, email campaigns, and data‑led products
• Understand client needs and develop tailored media packages and proposals
• Work cross‑functionally to ensure smooth campaign delivery
• Prepare pitches, proposals, and media plans
• Maintain accurate CRM records and track all sales activity
• Meet monthly and quarterly revenue targets

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in media, advertising, or B2B sales (print or digital) is highly advantageous
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Able to build rapport quickly and maintain long‑term client relationships
• Target‑driven, proactive, and highly self‑motivated
• Organised, efficient, and comfortable managing a busy pipeline

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary up to £40k (DOE) + uncapped commission + car allowance
• Ongoing training, development, and a supportive team culture
• Opportunity to sell respected media brands and digital solutions
• Clear progression opportunities within the commercial team

Extra info

Refer a friend and earn up to £500 (see website for details)

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don't hear back within 5 days, please assume you have not been successful.

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