Date Posted: Wednesday 12th June 2024
Date Expires: Sunday 30th June 2024
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Application deadline 30 June 2024
All CVs should be sent via email with subject: Partnership Sales Role. Applications with cover letters will be prioritised.
The Handbook is seeking a talented and experienced Salesperson with specialised knowledge of the luxury sector to join our partnership sales team.
Ready to help take our rapidly growing commercial division to the next level, we are looking for a highly motivated deal closer, set for a new challenge and ready to smash their target to land the ultimate commission.
The ideal candidate will have an impressive network of industry contacts to leverage, a talent for proactively seeking out partnership leads and proven track record in sales and client handling.
Confidence, excellent communication and networking skills are imperative. A passion for London life is an absolute must.
About Us
Want to join our team?
The Handbook is a leading luxury digital destination, editing the most influential UK fashion, beauty, interiors, travel, culture and entertainment news alongside insider guides to the latest on London’s food and drink scene. The Handbook reaches over 1.6 million readers monthly delivering addictive first-to-drop content, from shopping edits to reviews, interviews and more.
We pride ourselves on collaboration, communication and a great culture. As a growing independent publisher, human fit is essential. We value in-person interaction and our talented team work seamlessly to refine and tailor The Handbook brand, ensuring exceptional outputs - always. To celebrate we host regular team socials, including weekly fizz and beer pong as a regular fixture to wrap our working week.
Role Responsibilities:
- Forge relationships with top brands within the UK market space
- Keep a finger on the pulse of the industry landscape to identify new clients and revenue-driving opportunities
- Understand the needs and objectives of potential partners and provide tailored advertising and sponsorship solutions to meet their goals.
- Negotiate contract terms and pricing to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Pitch in and manage seasonal commercial opportunities
- Coordinate and track campaign content delivery in line with client briefs
- Generate campaign reports
- Manage all client relations and enquiries.
- Maintain excellent client relationships with the aim of securing sales renewals.
- Report into Head of Partnerships
- Consistently exceed sales targets (supported by the Head of Partnerships)
Who You Are:
- Minimum 2 years of experience in online media and/or content partnership sales
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding targets
- Exceptional negotiation skills
- Immaculate and concise communicator
- Organised and diligent
- Networker with existing PR agency, media agency and brand contacts
- Self-motivated and target-driven with a proactive approach to sales
What You Get:
- Competitive base salary up to £35k DOE
- Generous & financially rewarding commission structure
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a fast-growing digital magazine
- Access to industry events and networking opportunities
Hiring Process:
- Stage 1: 15 minute video call with Head of Partnerships or Managing Director
- Stage 2: 30 minute face-to-face meet in the Wandsworth office
If you are passionate about sales and have a proven track record in online media and content partnerships, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!
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