Advertising Sales Representative

at  The Irish Times

Position: Advertising Sales Representative
Location: Waterford News & Star office, Waterford, Ireland
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (24 Months).

ABOUT US:

The Waterford News & Star is a multi-award winning paper, first published at the Waterford News in 1848 and has proudly served the people of Waterford ever since. Published online throughout the week and in print every Tuesday, the Waterford News & Star is the newspaper of choice for Waterford readers who love its mix of local news, features and sport. The paper is also famous for its photographic coverage of event the length and breadth of the county, and also for its outstanding columnists. The Waterford News & Star is part of the Irish Times Group.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Waterford News & Star offers a wide range of advertising solutions to local and national advertisers across print and digital including display advertising, family notices, regular sections like property, special supplements and highly competitive Business Club advertising rates for advertisers interested in very competitive advertising deals.
The Advertising Sales Representative role involves selling advertising and providing marketing solutions to a wide range of clients for our print and online platforms. Candidates should preferably have some experience in a sales, customer service or marketing role (not necessarily in a media environment).
The position is located in our Waterford office and will operate as a hybrid role of office/outdoor/work from home.
Full driving licence preferable.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven track-record in sales or retail environment
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to create and build a network of contacts

The Waterford News & Star (part of the Irish Times Regional Group) wishes to recruit an Advertising Sales Representative.