
Outside Sales Representative
Newsquest Media Group
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Newport • United Kingdom
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Salary
💰 £28,000 - £30,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Identify and win new business by proactively reaching out to potential clients across your region using cold calling and outbound sales techniques.
- Work to clear financial targets and KPIs, consistently striving to exceed monthly revenue goals and performance benchmarks.
- Manage and grow existing client accounts, providing ongoing support, identifying upsell opportunities, and increasing client spend through strategic recommendations.
- Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline, using a consultative approach to move prospects through the sales cycle.
- Build long-term relationships with clients by providing expert advice, excellent service, and ongoing support.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and campaign delivery for new clients.
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and LOCALiQ’s evolving product suite to maintain a competitive edge.
- Represent LOCALiQ with professionalism and credibility, acting as a trusted ambassador for our regional news brands.
Requirements
- Proven track record in B2B sales – You’ve successfully sold to businesses before and understand how to navigate commercial conversations with confidence and credibility.
- Experienced in outbound cold calling – You’re not afraid to pick up the phone and spark new opportunities, even when starting from scratch.
- Confident in securing new business over the phone – You know how to build rapport quickly, handle objections, and close deals remotely.
- Skilled at growing existing client accounts – You don’t just maintain relationships, you deepen them, spotting opportunities to add value and increase spend.
- Delivers exceptional customer service – You go above and beyond to ensure clients feel supported, understood, and valued at every stage of the journey.
- Understanding of multimedia advertising (advantageous) – You’re familiar with digital and print advertising formats and how they can work together to drive results.
- Consultative, client-focused approach to selling – You listen first, ask the right questions, and tailor your recommendations to meet each client’s unique needs.
- Able to commute to the office – You’re within reach of the office and happy to be part of a collaborative, hybrid team environment.
- Owns a vehicle suitable for business use – You’re equipped to travel across your territory and meet clients wherever they are.
- Holds a full UK driving licence – Essential for the field-based nature of the role.
Benefits
- Competitive salary + uncapped commission
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
- Structured career progression & ongoing training
- Pension plan & mental health support
- Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care vouchers (£50 towards glasses)
- Retail discounts
- Team building days & annual volunteer charity day
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
B2B salesoutbound cold callingclient account managementsales pipeline developmentconsultative sellingmultimedia advertising
Soft Skills
relationship buildingcustomer servicecommunicationnegotiationproblem-solving
Certifications
full UK driving licence