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Job Title: Sales Advisor
Location: London
Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 12 months, Hybrid Working
Application Deadline: 13th Feb 2026
About Springer Nature
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Short Summary of the Division
BDJ is an international, peer reviewed journal for the dental community, published by Springer Nature on behalf of the British Dental Association. We aim to inform our readers of ideas, opinions, developments and key issues in dentistry - clinical, practical and scientific - to spark interest, debate and discussion amongst dentists of all disciplines.
We believe in creating a great place to work where people are inspired, valued and developed and this forms a key part of our strategy. Our Classified Advertising Executive is a fantastic role for those looking to progress their career in the world of print and online publishing.
Purpose of the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative individual who is driven by new and exciting challenges and committed to producing high quality results. You will be an organised, pro-active individual with the ability to work in high growth environment with lots of opportunity to quickly make a difference.
In return, we offer a well-rounded education in the advertising sales business, where you will have the opportunity to learn great transferable skills through strong on-the-job mentoring and training. You will be taught online/digital and rich media advertising and will have the opportunity to accompany senior team members to conferences, shows, events and client meetings. To further your insight in the full cycle of advertising, you will be exposed to related parts of the business including marketing and production.
Responsibilities
* Selling classified advertising to clients across the UK
* Managing high volumes of transactional business
* Managing existing accounts as well as new business development
* Writing clear and tailored proposals including BDJ print and online products
* Upkeep of all on going sales activities in CRM and be able to provide clear revenue figures and sales forecast to management on a weekly basis
* Developing complete market awareness, understand competitor strengths, weaknesses and sales methods and keep track of share of market
* Attend relevant trade shows
· Support of the Nature Careers transactional sales business
Key relationships
· Advertising clients, including dentists, dental professionals and the NHS
· Internal departments, including production, marketing and editorial
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Resilient and needs to be comfortable with prospecting and cold calling
* Excellent phone manner and high level of customer service
* Strong organisational skills, ability to cope under pressure
* Good knowledge of general office computer software (including MS Office)
* Client oriented and pro-active sales approach
* Bachelor’s degree desirable but not essential
Desirable
* Bachelor’s degree desirable but not essential
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Job Posting End Date:
14-02-2026