Media Sales Executive

The Telegraph

Media Sales Executive specialising in consumer magazine advertising across print, digital, and custom creative solutions. Developing new business and managing advertising relationships in a remote UK role.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

● Prospect, pitch, and close new business across print, digital, and branded content platforms
● Develop strategic advertising proposals that combine traditional media with high-impact creative solutions, including native content, social media extensions, custom events, and editorial partnerships
● Maintain and grow relationships with advertising agencies and direct clients
● Collaborate with editorial, design, and marketing teams to develop custom, integrated programs
● Monitor industry trends to identify new opportunities and stay competitive
● Deliver compelling sales presentations and negotiate pricing and placement
● Maintain accurate forecasting and client communication using CRM tools
● Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

● Sales experience, open to transferable skills but any experience in consumer magazines or lifestyle publications advantageous
● Excellent communication, storytelling, and negotiation skills
● Creative thinker with a collaborative approach to campaign ideation and execution
● Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
● Proficient in CRM software, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace

Benefits

Comp & perks

● Competitive base salary plus commission
● Access to premium media brands with established consumer trust and market presence
● A supportive, creative, and fast-paced team environment
● Opportunities to contribute to high-visibility custom content campaigns and brand partnerships
● A range of benefits including pension
● Fully remote working (you must be UK-based)

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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