Media Sales Executive

Abode2 the No 1 Google ranking luxury property magazine (www.abode2.com) is looking for a positive, ambitious and confident Advertising Sales Executive with a solid track record in media advertising sales.

You will need to be persuasive with great negotiation skills to sell the advantages of print and digital advertising packages of Abode2 to UK and international estate agents, developers and real estate service providers.

Salary: Up to £30,000 DOE - Excellent Bonus Scheme
Contract: permanent
Hours: full-time

As Advertising Sales Executive you will be responsible for maximising revenues and profit across the publishing output of the magazine - managing global sales, increasing market share and profitable expansion into new markets.

You will be selling mainly to new business clients and the majority of approaches/calls will be outbound and overseas. As part of your role you will deliver the best in existing client and new business managements relations, follow up client enquiries, attend exhibitions and networking events, create advertising quotes and negotiate/close your own business deals.

MAIN ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and service existing advertisers on a regular basis to maximise revenue in both print and digital

Canvass for new business from competitive magazines to grow markets and increase revenue and market share in both print and digital

Maximise the number of calls, both incoming and outgoing, and ensure the optimum percentage of time is spent on the telephone to existing and new clients to maximise selling opportunities.

Remain consistently aware of clients’ circumstances, business/market trends, magazine changes and budgets to remain informed and maintain a high level of professionalism

Utilise all available sales aids and marketing information to convert classified business across all magazine mediums

The role is based in Tring Hertfordshire and the hours are 9-5.30 Monday to Friday. You will receive an attractive salary with a generous commission structure also in place, as well as the usual benefits of working for a reputable, forward thinking organisation. Promotion prospects for the right candidate will be fast-track.