Digital Partnerships Manager - The GLOSS

at  The Irish Times

DIGITAL PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER - THE GLOSS

GLOSS Publications, a part of The Irish Times Group, is seeking a talented and dynamic Digital Partnerships Manager to join our innovative advertising sales team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven commercial experience in digital and/or print media.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and advertising principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse data and generate insights to optimise campaign performance.
• Creative thinker with a passion for developing innovative advertising solutions.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  For further information or for informal enquiries related to this position please contact Aidan McGrath, Senior Group HR Manager, The Irish Times. aidan.mcgrath@irishtimes.com

THE ROLE:

GLOSS Publications is searching for an experienced Digital Partnerships Manager to help shape and drive our digital strategy forward. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital and/or print media sales and a passion for building and nurturing strong business relationships. As a Digital Partnerships Manager, you will play a critical role in driving digital revenue, developing innovative digital campaigns, and fostering partnerships with key direct clients and media agencies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Advertising Sales Director to achieve digital revenue targets.
• Drive client acquisition and develop strong, long-lasting relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Coordinate and manage digital campaigns in partnership with the Digital Editor of thegloss.ie and our digital team.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyse results, and provide timely reports to clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.
• Maintain and update the campaign tracker document on a weekly basis to ensure clear communication and workflow management.
• Develop and evolve the digital partnership strategy for thegloss.ie, ensuring alignment with brand values and overall business goals, in consultation with the Advertising Sales Director and senior management.
• Identify and target potential clients and growth opportunities, collaborating with the creative team to craft compelling and distinctive digital partnership proposals.
• Cultivate cross-platform client partnerships, including event sponsorships and editorial collaborations, to expand our reach and influence.
• Communicate regularly with the client base to foster strong, ongoing relationships and ensure our clients are kept up-to-date on campaign progress and opportunities.
• Conduct thorough post-campaign analysis and reporting, providing clients with comprehensive insights and learnings.
• Innovate and refine digital partnership presentation formats and materials, delivering engaging and persuasive pitches to clients and agencies.