Windsor Magazine Sales Role

Experienced Media/Publishing Sales – Windsor, Maidenhead and Ascot area

Opportunity to join our dynamic team in lifestyle media as an experienced Media Sales Executive, progressing to Manager on our Windsor & Ascot Magazine title. You will be responsible for driving revenue growth, achieving targets, and setting goals by working closely with an existing client base, as well as possessing a high expectation of new business growth.

A primary requirement must be to have a knowledge of local businesses and where they are located. Please see http://www.sheengate.co.uk/magazines/berkshire-titles/windsor-maidenhead-ascot-magazine/. Ideally we are looking for someone who lives in this area as the role may evolve into a mix of office (Hampton) and remote working.

Sheengate Publishing is Surrey and South West London’s largest local lifestyle magazine publisher and a market leader in local advertising, letterbox marketing and door-to-door distribution.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and drive business growth.
2. Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including prospecting and generating leads.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their advertising needs and objectives.
4. Create customised advertising solutions that align with client objectives and deliver measurable results.
5. Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities.
6. Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and updates to the management team.

Attend local events, shows, and conferences to network and promote the magazine.

Requirements:

1. Proven track record of success in sales, preferably in the media industry
2. Strong understanding of the lifestyle media, including digital and print platforms
3. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
4. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
5. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales and business development
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
7. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
8. Experience using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite
9. Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings and industry events within the Surrey and Richmond areas

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary £21-30,000pa depending on experience.
• Uncapped commission circa £16,000pa
• Excellent promotion prospects
• Sales benefits and bonus incentives for hitting monthly targets
• 20 days holidays rising by 1 day each year (in addition to bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking at our head office in Hampton
• Flexible working can be considered for the right candidate
• MUST HAVE OWN CAR AND BE WILLING TO TRAVEL WITHIN South West London & Surrey