Business Development Manager - Digital Advertising.

Sales & Account Manager (Media & Advertising Sales)

Location: London (Office-based)

Salary: £40k (£50K OTE)

Employment Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)

The Opportunity

This organisation operates within a Jewish cultural context and serves a predominantly Jewish audience. While candidates do not need to be Jewish, they should be culturally aware, respectful of the organisation's identity.

Are you an persuasive sales professional with a passion for media and community engagement? We are looking for a target-driven Sales and Account Manager to Join our clients team within their team.

In this role, you will sell comprehensive print and digital advertising solutions across a diverse portfolio, including prestigious print publications, websites, newsletters, and high-profile events. You will be responsible for nurturing existing client relationships while identifying fresh opportunities within the Jewish and wider UK advertising markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Revenue: Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets through outbound calls and face-to-face meetings.

• Consultative Selling: Identify client needs and propose tailored advertising packages (print, digital, and events) that align with their specific marketing objectives.

• End-to-End Sales Management: Manage the entire sales cycle-from lead generation and pitching to negotiation, closing, and after-sales follow-up.

• Portfolio Growth: Maintain and grow a dedicated portfolio of advertisers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.

• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with editorial and events teams to ensure the seamless delivery of all advertising commitments.

• Market Intelligence: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activity, and market developments to maintain a competitive edge.

Skills & Competencies

• Experience: Proven success in advertising sales or a similar role (preferably within publishing, media, or events).

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a confident phone manner and the ability to deliver compelling pitches.

• Relationship Building: A natural ability to build rapport quickly and maintain long-term partnerships.

• Digital Savvy: A strong understanding of digital advertising metrics (web, email, social media) is highly desirable.

• Attributes: Highly motivated, resilient, and target-driven with an entrepreneurial mindset.

• Community Insight: A passion for and understanding of the Jewish community and its unique audience is a significant advantage.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Earning Potential: Base salary with an OTE of up to £50k.

• Work-Life Balance: A standard 35-hour working week.

• Central Location: Based in our vibrant London office.

• Career Growth: The chance to represent a respected portfolio of products in a meaningful market.