Media Sales Executive

About the role

This position is ideal for a commercially driven individual who enjoys building relationships, generating new business and thriving in a fast‑paced sales environment. As a Media Sales Executive you will help grow advertising revenue across a portfolio of print, digital and multimedia products.

Key responsibilities

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities across Kent and the South East.
• Managing and growing a portfolio of existing advertising clients.
• Selling advertising solutions across print, digital, social media and sponsored content platforms.
• Conducting client meetings both virtually and face‑to‑face to understand advertising objectives.
• Preparing proposals, negotiating commercial agreements and closing sales opportunities.
• Working closely with marketing and editorial teams to deliver successful campaigns.
• Maintaining accurate records through CRM systems and providing regular sales forecasts.
• Achieving and exceeding monthly and quarterly revenue targets.

Required profile

• Previous experience in media sales, advertising sales, digital marketing sales or a similar B2B sales environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
• Target‑driven with a proactive and resilient approach to sales.
• Ability to identify commercial opportunities and convert leads into long‑term clients.
• Full UK driving licence preferred for client visits across the local area.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CRM systems.
• Competence in Microsoft Office packages.

What we offer

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Hybrid working opportunities following probation.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
• Regular incentives, team rewards and sales competitions.
• Ongoing training and professional development within the media and advertising sector.
• Clear progression opportunities into Senior Sales Executive, Account Manager or Business Development Manager positions.
• Company pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and free on‑site parking.