Key Account Director - Online Media

Position. Key Account Director

Location: Hybrid / Work From Home

Are you a seasoned sales professional with a knack for cultivating key client relationships? Do you thrive in the fast-paced world of digital advertising and content sales? If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the most esteemed media corporations, read on!

Join a digital-first publishing group renowned for delivering unparalleled news, insights, and market intelligence. With a commitment to excellence, exceptional benefits, top-tier training, and robust career development opportunities, our company is poised to lead the industry forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship Management: Take ownership of 8-10 key accounts, fostering strong relationships with both direct clients and agency contacts.
• Solution Selling: Develop and pitch branded content solutions and performance-based campaign ideas tailored to clients' needs and objectives.
• Revenue Generation: Drive revenue growth by meeting and exceeding personal revenue targets, with an annual responsibility between £500,000 to £1 million.
• Sector Expertise: Specialize in a designated sector of a key industry, leveraging your knowledge and insights to provide strategic guidance to clients.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work collaboratively within a team of 10 professionals, sharing insights and best practices to maximize sales success.

Requirements:

• 4-10 years of strong multiplatform client direct media sales experience.
• Proven track record in digital advertising sales, including branded content and creative digital campaigns.
• Exceptional key account management skills with a passion for nurturing client relationships.
• A creative and innovative mindset, adept at developing and selling new ideas to clients and agencies.
• Preferable experience in selling complex B2B advertising solutions.
• Strong educational background and confident articulation skills.
• Stable career history demonstrating consistent success and progression.
• Knowledge of the finance sector is advantageous.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with top-tier clients and agencies in the finance sector.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading media corporation.

If you're a dynamic sales professional with a passion for digital innovation and a proven track record of success, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our next Key Account Director and take your career to new heights.

We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.

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