Podcast Account Director

Bauer Media Group Heinrich Bauer Verlag KG; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in London is looking for a Podcast Account Director to drive revenue and expand their podcast advertising offerings. In this hybrid role, you will own the sales pipeline, manage agency relationships, and pitch creative sponsorships. Ideal candidates will have a passion for podcasts and proven sales success. Enjoy flexible working and a range of benefits including 25 days holiday and professional development access.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Access to Bauer Academy

Enhanced Parental Leave Pay

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the podcast and digital audio market.
• Established relationships with major agency groups.
• Proven track record of meeting quarterly sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Own the sales pipeline for podcast sponsorship opportunities.
• Manage a patch of agencies to generate briefs and drive revenue.
• Pitch and activate podcast sponsorship campaigns.

Skills

Passion for podcasts and digital audio

Knowledge of the podcast and digital audio market

Established relationships with key stakeholders

Attention to detail

Confident presentation skills

Proven track record of sales targets

Job description

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You’ll be joining our ambitious and growing digital audio team at Bauer Media Group, working within audioXi – a dynamic part of our business that’s shaping the future of audio advertising. Our team is made up of talented, creative individuals who are passionate about podcasts and digital audio. We collaborate across departments and brands to deliver innovative advertising solutions and support the growth of our podcast network, which includes over 1,000 shows and reaches millions of listeners every month.

The Difference you will make

As Podcast Account Director, you’ll play a key role in driving revenue and expanding our podcast advertising offering. You’ll work closely with the Podcast Lead to promote existing shows and launch new ones, while managing your own active sales pipeline. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a hands‑on contributor in a fast‑scaling area of Bauer Media, helping shape the future of podcast advertising. You’ll be responsible for building strong relationships with agencies, pitching creative sponsorship opportunities, and ensuring campaigns are successfully activated. Your work will directly impact the growth and success of our podcast network.

Your role

You will lead the sales efforts for podcast sponsorships, working with agencies and internal teams to deliver compelling campaigns.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Owning the sales pipeline for all podcast sponsorship opportunities.
• Managing a specific patch of agencies to generate briefs and drive revenue.
• Using internal systems to build prospecting lists of clients.
• Pitching, briefing, educating, and activating podcast sponsorship campaigns.
• Developing deep knowledge of all shows within the audioXi podcast portfolio.
• Collaborating with internal teams to build podcast‑specific briefs and narratives.

The Skills you will bring:

• A passion for podcasts and digital audio.
• Strong knowledge of the podcast and digital audio market.
• Established relationships with key stakeholders at major agency groups.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Confident presenter with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Proven track record of meeting quarterly sales targets.

Working Pattern/Location

Hybrid role – based in our London office with flexibility to work from home.

About Bauer Media Group

Bauer Media UK is part of the wider Bauer Media Group and is the No.1 UK Publisher and the No.1 Digital Commercial Audio broadcaster. We reach 25 million consumers across our Radio and Publishing brands such as Greatest Hits, KISS, Grazia, Today's Golfer, Absolute Radio, TV Choice, Country Walking, Hits Radio, CAR, Magic, MCN, Jazz FM, Puzzles and many more!

Bauer Media Group has remained one of the world’s most successful media companies for nearly 150 years through our commitment to continuous innovation and consumer obsession. Founded in Hamburg in 1875 and now in our fifth generation of family ownership, our multi-national company operates in 13 countries across Europe, reaching 200 million consumers.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 25 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working.
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.

If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process, please email [e-mail] we would love to hear from you.

Date Job Posting Last Updated: 7 Nov 2025