Sales Account Manager

Optimise Talent Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media solutions provider based in Stockport is seeking a Sales Account Manager to sell advertising and event solutions in the live entertainment sector. This role offers a competitive salary of £25k - £30k plus uncapped commission, with full training provided. Ideal candidates are motivated, confident communicators with a passion for sales. Responsibilities include managing client relationships and identifying sales opportunities while attending industry events. Long-term career prospects available in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Full training and development

Supportive team environment

Long-term career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, hospitality sales, or telesales.
• Ability to work in a target-driven environment.
• Organisational skills and comfort with CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Sell advertising and commercial opportunities across platforms.
• Build and manage long-term client relationships.
• Identify new sales opportunities and expand existing accounts.
• Manage artwork and ensure smooth campaign delivery.
• Update CRM systems accurately.
• Attend industry events and network online.

Skills

Confidence

Drive

Communication skills

Sales motivation

CRM usage

Job description

Sales Account Manager - Media & Events Industry

£25k - £30k Basic + Uncapped Commission | Stockport

Are you working in sales, retail, hospitality, customer service or telesales and ready to move into a role with real progression, international exposure and exciting earning potential?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing, global business at the centre of the live entertainment sector selling advertising and event solutions to businesses within the live events sectors.

No previous events or media sales experience is required — full training is provided. What matters most is your confidence, drive, communication skills and ambition to succeed in a target-driven sales role.

The Role

As a Sales Account Manager, you'll be responsible for selling advertising, events and commercial opportunities across print and digital platforms, while building strong long-term client relationships to encourage repeat business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Selling advertising space to brands, venues, suppliers and industry partners
• Building and managing client relationships and repeat business
• Identifying new sales opportunities and expanding existing accounts
• Managing artwork and ensuring campaigns are delivered smoothly
• Updating CRM systems and circulation databases accurately
• Supporting growth into fan experience, hospitality and venue operations sectors
• Attending industry events, exhibitions and online networking opportunities

Who This Role Is Perfect For

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Retail or hospitality sales
• Telesales, internal sales or outbound sales
• Customer service in a target-driven environment
• Graduate or entry-level sales roles
• Media, marketing or advertising sales

You'll be:

• Confident on the phone and in conversation
• Motivated by targets and commission
• Organised and comfortable using CRM systems
• Ambitious, resilient and commercially minded
• Interested in sport, events, live entertainment or media

Industry knowledge is a bonus — not a requirement.

What's On Offer

• £25k - £30k basic salary plus uncapped commission
• Clear earning and progression potentialFull training and development
• Early responsibility and exposure to global markets
• Supportive, professional team environment
• Long-term career opportunities in sales, publishing and commercial media

Apply now with your CV to be considered