Account Director (Part Time) - Schools Supplements, The Week at Future Publishing

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Account Management, Sales, Advertising Solutions, Relationship Building, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Presentation Skills, Proposal Writing, Consultative Sales, Collaboration, Education Sector Knowledge, Marketing Decisions, Campaign Delivery, Client Goals, Private Schools Knowledge, Creative Advertising

Industry

Media Production

Description

What you'll be doing An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Part-time Account Director to join The UK Commercial Sales Team working across the Schools Supplements on The Week and Country Life - two of our most prestigious and high-profile media brands. Reporting to the Advertising Director, you will represent The Week and Country Life to schools and education groups across the UK, with a particular focus on the independent schools sector. Your goal will be to monetise our School Supplements, increase revenue, and build partnerships within this specialist market. To succeed, you'll bring an understanding of the UK private schools landscape - how this school sector operates, what drives their communications and marketing decisions, and the dynamics of the wider private education sector. You'll use this insight to sell advertising solutions that deliver Return on investment for clients. You'll work with the editorial team to deliver campaigns that connect The Week's affluent readership with schools and education services. This role is supported by an advertising director who is located in London and whilst this role is geographically agnostic, you would meet in London when required. This role promotes remote working with weekly check ins with your manager. Experience that will put you ahead of the curve In-depth knowledge of the UK private schools and wider education sector - ideally gained through experience selling to, working with, or within the independent schools market Experience developing print, digital, and creative advertising solutions for clients. Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills Confident presentation and proposal-writing skills, with a consultative sales approach. A collaborative mindset, working well with colleagues across multiple functions. Passionate about education and helping clients achieve their goals through The Week and Country Life's premium brand platforms. What's in it for you This is a flexible working pattern opportunity. … Plus more great perks, which include; Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan Internal job family level Commercial 6 This role requires flexibility in working patterns to align with the publication schedule of The School Supplements. At times, the role may be part-time, while at other periods, it will require full-time hours to meet deadlines and campaign needs. Candidates should be comfortable adapting their schedule as required throughout the year. The position is offered on a flat annual salary, paid consistently across the year, regardless of variations in weekly hours. Who are we… We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces. We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it! Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone. Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future. Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience! #LI-HLK1

Responsibilities

The Account Director will represent The Week and Country Life to schools and education groups, focusing on monetizing School Supplements and building partnerships. The role involves working with the editorial team to deliver effective advertising campaigns.