Media Sales Executive

Job Description

Media Sales Executive – Print Advertising
📍 Remote (with occasional travel for trial days – client based in Wiltshire)
💼 Permanent | Full-Time | Flexible Hours
💰 Up to £32,000 basic + uncapped commission
🕘 Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

Our client, a well-established and respected local publishing company with over 58 years in the industry, is expanding their team and seeking an experienced Media sales Executive to join them in a remote new business sales role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and self-motivated individual with a proven background in selling print advertising. The role offers flexibility, remote working, and excellent earning potential through uncapped commission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Selling print advertising space to small and medium-sized businesses

• Promoting some online listings and generating warm leads for the digital sales team

• Managing outbound sales calls, building rapport, and closing deals

• Understanding client needs and tailoring advertising solutions accordingly

• Maintaining accurate client records and following up on interest

• Working to achievable sales targets in a fast-paced, supportive environment

Candidate Requirements (Must-Have):

• Recent or current experience selling print advertising (classified or display)

• Background in publications, newspapers, magazines, or similar media

• Confident, friendly, and persuasive phone manner

• Resilient, adaptable, and goal-oriented

• Excellent listening and questioning skills

• Self-starter who can work independently, especially when remote

Please note – two non-negotiable requirements:

1. Candidates must have sold print advertising recently. Applications without this experience will not be considered.

2. Candidates must be willing to attend 1 or 2 paid trial days at the client’s premises after interview stage and prior to offer. This is essential to ensure the role is a strong mutual fit.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £32,000 DOE

• Uncapped commission with excellent earning potential

• Remote working with flexible hours

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Company pension

• Ongoing training and support from a long-standing local brand

How to Apply:
To be considered, please apply now with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your experience in print advertising sales.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial screening. Please ensure your recent sales experience is clearly listed on your CV to avoid delays.