WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong work ethic with drive, resilience, and determination to succeed.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage decision-makers over the phone, email, and social media.
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Previous experience in sales, telesales, or lead generation is an advantage (but not essential).
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative sales team.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an ambitious and driven Media Sales Executive to join our fast-paced publishing and events business. This is a front-line sales role focused on canvassing for new business, generating qualified leads, and building a strong sales pipeline to support senior sales professionals in achieving commercial growth targets.
Working across our portfolio of international publications, digital platforms, and events, you will play a key role in identifying opportunities, engaging decision-makers, and nurturing relationships that convert into long-term clients.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a target-driven environment and is looking to build a career in media sales.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proactively canvass for new business opportunities across targeted sectors.
• Research, identify, and qualify potential leads to build and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Make outbound calls, send prospecting emails, and use LinkedIn/social channels to reach decision-makers.
• Secure introductory calls/meetings for senior sales colleagues with qualified prospects.
• Maintain accurate records of activity, prospects, and pipeline using CRM systems.
• Support senior sales professionals with proposals, presentations, and client follow-up.
• Achieve and exceed monthly activity and lead-generation targets.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and market developments.