Senior Airports Agency Manager

Global; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Airports Agency Manager to drive growth and relationships within the airport media landscape. The ideal candidate will have proven client management skills, knowledge of the UK media market, and a passion for mentoring others. This role offers an opportunity to influence strategy and lead vital accounts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing senior-level client relationships.
• Strong understanding of the UK media marketplace with direct agency sales experience.
• Ability to hit and exceed sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business plans for key accounts.
• Lead and grow senior-level relationships with airport specialists.
• Support and mentor other Agency Managers.

Skills

Senior Client Management

Market Expertise

Commercial Drive

Leadership Skills

Strategic Thinking

Creativity & Resilience

Coaching and Development

Building Trust

Job description

Accepting applications until: 24 October 2025

Job Description

Senior Airports Agency Manager

Your Role: Senior Airports Agency Manager

Are you a Senior Airports Agency Manager passionate about building relationships and driving growth with the airport media landscape?

This is an opportunity to manage and lead relationships and business with our largest and most strategic airport specialists partners. You’ll develop new business from these key accounts while seeking opportunities for growth within existing and potential clients. As a senior member of the team, you’ll also mentor and guide other Agency Managers, shaping the strategic direction of the airport business.

As a Senior Airports Agency Manager at Global, you’ll will:

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development & Strategy (40%): Develop and implement business plans for key accounts, driving both short-term wins and long-term growth opportunities. Proactively create demand for airport media solutions, developing and pitching innovative ideas to key clients and agencies.

• Leadership & Relationship Management (40%): Lead and grow senior-level relationships with our largest airport specialists to ensure long-term success and account retention. Build trust and credibility and represent Global’s airport product offering internally and externally.

• Team Development & Collaboration (20%): Act as a senior member of the team by guiding, supporting, and coaching other Agency Managers. Coordinate and lead team meetings, forecast calls, and strategy sessions, contributing to a collaborative team culture and aligning the team’s efforts with broader business objectives

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Think Big: Play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of the airport business while driving business development and revenue growth.

• Own It: Lead senior-level relationships and take ownership of Global’s most strategic airport accounts.

• Keep it Simple: Apply clear and effective strategies to drive results and growth.

• Better Together: Work in a highly motivated, skilled, and supportive team, with the opportunity to influence strategy and mentor others.

What Success Looks Like

In your first few months, you’ll have:

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of Global’s position within the media marketplace, the airport estate, and the sales narratives for each airport.

• Built strong senior-level relationships with key airport specialists and clients.

• Created and presented a strategic business plan outlining clear growth strategies for Global’s largest accounts.

• Led team meetings, forecast calls, and strategy sessions to align the team’s efforts with broader business objectives.

• Contributed positively to team culture by supporting, mentoring, and guiding Agency Managers

What You’ll Need

• Senior Client Management: Proven experience managing senior-level client relationships, with a track record of growing high-value accounts.

• Market Expertise: Strong understanding of the UK media marketplace, with direct agency sales experience (outdoor experience is a plus).

• Commercial Drive: Demonstrated ability to hit and exceed sales targets in a team environment.

• Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with a focus on mentoring and guiding others.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute both short- and long-term growth strategies.

• Creativity & Resilience: A proactive, innovative approach to sales, coupled with flexibility and a passion for delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

• Coaching and Development: Nurturing talent by empowering and guiding individuals to unlock their potential.

• Building Trust: Creating and maintaining an inclusive environment where diverse views and experiences are welcomed and celebrated.