Strategic Partnerships Manager – Cruise & Touring Ads

News UK

England

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance
Gym discounts
Bikes for Work
HarperCollins book discounts
Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

News UK is seeking an experienced Travel Sales professional to drive multimedia advertising across our cruise and touring sectors. You will connect leading travel clients with News UK’s engaged audiences, crafting bespoke cross-channel campaigns and delivering high-impact commercial solutions.

The role emphasizes developing partnerships, prospecting for new business, and collaborating with internal teams to optimise performance across print, digital, video, audio and social channels.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience navigating multi-platform sales cycles.
  • Experience building and nurturing relationships with senior stakeholders (CMOs/CEOs).
  • Ability to present bespoke, cross-channel solutions and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Develop partnerships with direct clients and media agencies in travel.
  • Pitch and secure multi-channel advertising solutions across print, digital, video, audio, and social.
  • Drive revenue by prospecting new business and upselling opportunities.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to optimise campaigns and provide performance insights.
  • Manage a sales pipeline and craft long-term client strategies to meet targets.
  • Log campaign revenue accurately onto AdPoint.

Skills

Multi-platform sales
Strategic relationships
Executive engagement
Analytical mindset
Proactive prospecting
Collaborative work style

Job description

News UK is seeking an experienced Travel Sales professional to drive multimedia advertising across our cruise and touring sectors. You will connect leading travel clients with News UK’s engaged audiences, crafting bespoke cross-channel campaigns and delivering high-impact commercial solutions.

The role emphasizes developing partnerships, prospecting for new business, and collaborating with internal teams to optimise performance across print, digital, video, audio and social channels.

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