Advertising Sales Executive
CV-LibraryNewton Aycliffe, County DurhampermanentPosted: 4 June 2026
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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
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