US B2C & Luxury Account Planner

Financial Times; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Financial Times seeks a US B2C & Luxury Account Planner to drive advertising growth in luxury sectors such as fashion and travel. This role involves comprehensive sales planning and client support, requiring strong communication skills and a passion for media. Join a dynamic team to enhance ad revenue and develop compelling sector-specific presentations.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Inclusive parental leave packages

Subsidized gym memberships

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of business experience, preferably in media or luxury consumer brands.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and show professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Luxury and Property ad revenue growth.
• Support Account Directors across multiple sectors.
• Assist with client management throughout the sales process.

Skills

Strong written and verbal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Passion for media and the luxury industry

Fluency in Google Suites

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Across the FT Group, our people are united by a mission to deliver world-class information, news and services to our global audiences. We're a global, digital-first organisation made up of journalists, technologists, product managers, event planners, strategists, commercial and finance experts, marketing and communications specialists – and much more. Our strength is in our employees, who hail from all different backgrounds and walks of life.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

Our commitment to equity in the workplace

At the FT, we aim for employees across all regions to have a voice so that diverse perspectives are heard and valued. We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work and have the flexibility they need to meet their personal needs. We'll continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing employees from underrepresented groups.

The role / Position overview

The US B2C & Luxury Account Planner will report to the US Senior Luxury Account Director, Fashion & Jewelry and will be part of the US B2C Advertising team overseen by the Head of US Revenue, Luxury & B2C.

The AP will be responsible for providing comprehensive sales planning and support for key advertising clients and media agencies across the US. Client sectors include, but are not limited to, fashion, jewellery, spirits, design, arts, travel, beauty and property.

The US Luxury & B2C team generates $7.2+ million in annual revenue and provides advertising solutions across the FT portfolio including digital, print, content, events and audio tactics.

Key responsibilities

• Help contribute to Luxury and Property ad revenue growth in the US
• Master the FT’s digital, print, audio and events product portfolio
• Thoroughly understand and be able to articulate the FT’s editorial mission and readership profile.
• Support a team of Account Directors across Fashion & Jewelry, Travel & Arts, Design & Spirits and Property sectors
• Assist with account management throughout the sales process - including pre-sale, live campaign and post-campaign support, as well as helping with RFP submissions, including decks and media plans.
• Build sector-specific presentations to highlight the FT’s narrative and value proposition
• Prospect potential clients and sectors through industry and driven research
• Manage client (e)mailings, event invites and other communications.
• Troubleshoot creative, performance and billing issues as they arise.
• Work closely with the digital ad operations team on campaign servicing, insights and reporting.
• Collaborate with the content and project management teams on deliverables, timelines and ideation.
• Liaise with the research team to identify key data that will inform client decisions and bolster the FT’s sales narratives.

Required skills / experience

• Strong written and verbal skills to effectively communicate both internally and externally.
• Consistent professionalism while in the office and while working from home.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise projects effectively
• Very organised and meticulous.
• Display curiosity, passion and resourcefulness.
• Passion for media and the luxury industry.
• Interest to work in a fast-paced team environment with international offices.
• Fluency in Google Suites, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and fluency in Salesforce is a plus.
• A four-year college degree with demonstrated work ethic and successful collaboration.
• 1 to 2 years of business experience, with a media agency, publisher or luxury consumer brand is preferred.

What’s in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location, but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, health coverage, 401(k) and company match, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidized gym memberships, and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here .

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.

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Further information

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $65,000–$67,000 with a comprehensive commission package. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a salary within the estimated salary range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skills; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations.

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