Advertising Sales Executive

Overview Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, award‑winning UK publishing organisation to recruit an Advertising Sales Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with over 29 years of success, offering strong earning potential, career progression, and a supportive sales environment. The Role As an Advertising Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving revenue across a portfolio of print and digital business publications. You will work closely with senior decision-makers, delivering creative and commercially effective advertising solutions. Key responsibilities: * Managing and growing advertising revenue across print and digital publications * Selling advertising space and editorial features across regional titles * Building and maintaining strong relationships with key business clients * Identifying and securing new advertising opportunities * Managing the full sales cycle from initial contact to close * Working with editorial and production teams to deliver campaigns * Researching market trends and business developments to identify leads * Meeting and exceeding individual sales targets * Maintaining accurate records of client activity and pipeline About You Requirements: * Proven experience in advertising, media, or B2B sales * Strong commercial awareness and target-driven mindset * Confident communicator, able to engage senior decision-makers * Organised and able to manage a busy sales pipeline * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based environment Desirable: * Experience in publishing, magazines, or newspaper advertising * Experience managing editorial-led or feature-based campaigns What’s on Offer * Basic salary of £28,000 with OTE of £40,000 * Competitive commission structure * Pension scheme * Free on-site parking * Ongoing training and mentoring * Opportunity to join an established and reputable publishing group Why Apply? * Work with a respected, award-winning media business * Engage with senior decision-makers across multiple sectors * Join a supportive and experienced sales team * Benefit from strong earning potential and career stability Apply Now If you are an experienced Advertising Sales professional looking to progress your career within a leading publishing organisation, apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for more information