Digital Sales Executive - Cardiff

Recruiter
Reach plc
Location
Homeworking
Salary
£21800 - £30800 per annum + plus benefits
Posted
16 Oct 2020
Closes
13 Nov 2020
Ref
0000005421
Contact
Reach plc
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Hello, we are Reach! You might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland's most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express and OK!, to our regional titles such as Liverpool Echo and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people.

We help all kinds of people share experiences through our stories because we believe this is what makes us human. Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, but you will also feel you understand other people better too.

Last year we sold 620 million newspapers, with 5 million readers of one of our brands each month. Our network of over 70 websites provide 24/7 coverage of news, sport and showbiz stories, with 8 billion page views per year.

So, what does this mean for you?

If you currently work in a targeted and fast-paced sales environment and have enjoyed success in converting new business, then this could be the right role for you!

We are now looking for our next generation of digital sales executives and are offering exciting opportunities for dedicated and passionate sales executives to join us on our journey.

    You will be presenting digital advertising solutions to customers across the UK, enabling greater audience reach and stronger ROIUsing your sales skills, you will be responsible for the full sales cycle, from prospecting new clients through to conversionYou will generate and be responsible for a range of customers, ensuring revenue streams are nurtured and maintained through a consultative and solutions-focused approach. Conducting account reviews, you will spot and maximise new revenue opportunities that benefit our customers

You will love everything digital: including different social media platforms, websites and how these can connect people across the UK.

We will give you all of the tools you will need to enable you to be the digital experts of the future. All we ask from you is that you have the passion to succeed, the willingness to develop and a flair for presenting solutions.

Who are we looking for?

    You have a passion for sales and consultative business developmentYou will have a sociable personality with the ability and confidence to present complex solutions that meet with our customers' needs.You will be sociable and have a natural ability to connect with customers, maintaining external relationships and sell/upsell productsYou value putting the customer at the heart of any solutions offered and can resist the temptation to "push" solutions that are not the right fit for the customer's needsYou are passionate about your career and you will be keen to progress and take your career to the next level. You understand the importance of organisation, with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively in a fast-paced environmentYou are dedicated and passionate about achieving results. You will bring with you high energy, positivity, dedication and a "can do" attitude.You are a commercial thinker, with the ability to identify and maximise revenue opportunities at every opportunity.

What is in it for you?...

We are offering a competitive salary of £21,800 and benefits including;

    Exciting On Target Earnings of £30,80025 days holiday per annumDefined progression pathwayContributory pension schemeHoliday purchase schemeTechnology schemeand lots of high street discounts!

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.