Trading Account Executive (Entry-Level)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Entry-Level Trading Account Executive to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assist in purchasing Out-of-Home media campaigns, ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining high standards. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights into media trading and client relationships. The company promotes a supportive and inclusive culture, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexi-leave with 25 days annual leave

Free breakfast and lunch

Early finish Fridays

Core Hours with flexible times

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Paid time off for volunteering

Group Income Protection

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in media trading is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing Rapport OOH campaigns and media audits.
• Ensure client buying targets are met and negotiate media plans.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Numeracy

Industry trends knowledge

Project management

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

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Trading Account Executive (Entry-Level), London

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Client:

Mediabrands

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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About Us

Rapport is IPG Mediabrands Out-of-Home (OOH) media buying and planning agency. We are best known for the strength of our relationships, rewarding connections and transparency. At Rapport, we understand it's about our collaborative and successful partnerships and a passion to deliver valuable results. We excel at engaging, experiential and content-driven OOH solutions and are here to guide you through the evolving media landscape. Please visit Rapport’s website for more information.

Role Description

The role is within the Buying Department – the UK trading & operations team of 7 people responsible for working on business across Rapport’s Client portfolio including New Balance, Activision, La Vie, Network Rail,among many others. Key Internal relationships are with the Trading Account Managers, Trading and Operations Director, Operations and all Planning teams.

Working in a team of 7, the Trading Account Execs main role is to assist with the purchasing of all Rapport OOH campaigns from initial brief through to media audit whilst maintaining our traditional high standards. The Rapport buying unit works closely with our four planning teams and they are regularly involved in client briefs from initial conception to implementation. The Buying Team is part of the planning process and the approach is one of thorough internal collaboration.

Working closely with the Trading and Operations Director and Trading Account Manager, the role will include day-to-day buying & working closely with the planning teams, to ensure Rapports and our client buying briefs are met, and to ensure our commercial interests are maintained. You will also assist with the development and implementation of buying strategies and policies on both an agency wide and client specific level.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Rapport buying across accounts allocated by HoT
• Ensuring all Rapport client buying targets are met and exceeded where possible
• Ensuring Rapport best buying practices are met
• Developing great owner relationships at junior to mid-level.
• Developing an understanding of barter
• Developing an understanding of media audits
• Negotiating & trading media plans
• Assisting senior team members as required
• Managing Market analysis and reviews
• Supporting competitive analysis reviews
• Supporting post-campaign analysis reviews
• Managing professional photography process

Desired Skills & Experience

• Great attention to detail
• Great communication and relationship-building skills
• Good level of numeracy
• Good knowledge of industry trends and best practices
• Professional and positive attitude
• Supportive team player yet confident to work autonomously
• A flare for project and time management
• Experience at media owner, specialist or agency with trading experience or desire to get into trading role
• An understanding of the OOH market and capability & willingness to develop knowledge further to navigate the market accordingly
• Negotiation experience is desirable but not required

Employee Transparency

At Mediabrands and Kinesso, we celebrate difference and believe this makes us stronger. Mediabrands and Kinesso are equal opportunity employers and committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application.

The Perks

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

• Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year
• Free breakfast and free lunch
• Early finish Fridays
• Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifices car scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Paid time off for Volunteering
• Group Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)
• Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%
• Generous Parental Leave & Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!