Job Introduction
Do you want to join the UK’s largest news publisher, Reach plc?
Who are Reach plc
We’re Reach plc ; you might not have heard of us but we’ve probably met without you even realising it. We’re the UK’s largest commercial news publisher, 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 the Liverpool Echo, MyLondon, Birmingham Live and the Manchester Evening News (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as our people.
We’re leading the way in digital advertising across our network, with an audience of over 47m each month - 83% online and 90% on mobile.
We are looking for driven and ambitious Sales Executives to join the team in our Cardiff Hub. If you are looking for an interesting and rewarding career in sales, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and develop your skills.
No experience required as we will offer full training and continuous development.
Starting salary of £21,800 with the opportunity to fast track to £25,250 within 12 months. Plus bonus potential of £18,400pa
Key Responsibilities
Your focus will be acquiring new business
Presenting digital advertising solutions to customers across the UK, enabling greater audience reach and stronger ROI
The full sales cycle, from prospecting new clients through to conversion
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
The Ideal Candidate
An excellent communicator
Confident and engaging, with strong executive rapport building skills
You’ll be comfortable dealing with all levels of seniority
A logical thinker who can find and win new clients
Driven with a positive attitude and determined approach toward sales
Confident in delivering exceptional customer service
You will love everything digital : including different social media platforms, websites and how these can connect people across the UK
A passion for self development
Package Description
We’re offering the right candidate a basic salary of £21,800 to £25,250 (depending on experience) plus OTE up to £18,400) plus the following benefits :
Help saving for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%
25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave.
We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
Giving back day- an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
Private Healthcare Cash Plan - free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
As one of the UK’s top 50 Inclusive Employers everyone’s invited to join our events, programmes and networks to celebrate diversity and build an environment where all our people can thrive
Wellbeing support - including a 24 / 7 assistance programme for you and your nearest and dearest, a free subscription to mindfulness app Headspace and access to free mental health coaching through Sanctus
Awesome career opportunities - you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
We are a FTSE 250 Company, and also a member of the 30% Club, a global campaign aimed at increasing gender diversity at board and senior management levels
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.
