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About SoGlos
SoGlos is on a mission to celebrate Gloucestershire as an incredible place to live, work, and visit.
Launched 18 years ago, the iconic media brand not only plays a vital role in the county’s success but is also striving to revolutionise UK regional media — regularly winning national accolades in recognition of its innovative work.
It provides an engaging and influential platform for readers, an established and trusted marketing platform for partners, and a supportive and vibrant workplace for our passionate team of creative professionals. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative company in the heart of Gloucestershire.
About the role
1. Drive sales by researching, targeting, and winning new business.
2. Undertake telephone, Teams, and in-person meetings with potential clients.
3. Create compelling advertising campaign proposals.
4. Confidently present creative solutions to decision makers.
5. Introduce partners to a wider range of marketing services.
6. Effectively manage a busy calendar of activity.
7. Work closely with and learn from experienced sales team colleagues.
About you
1. A quick learner, with enthusiasm to hit the ground running.
2. Some sales experience working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
3. A flair for telephone and face-to-face sales, influencing decision makers and overcoming objections.
4. Results-driven mindset, motivated by KPIs and data.
5. Proactive self-starter able to prioritise activity and manage meetings.
6. Problem solver, remaining calm under pressure and finding solutions to challenges.
7. Strong IT skills including CRMs (including HubSpot), social media platforms, and Office 365.
8. Some experience in a sales role in the media, marketing, recruitment, IT, estate agency, or professional services sector would be advantageous.
Benefits and salary
1. An inspiring town centre work environment within the SoGlos zone at Studio 19, SLG's award-winning offices, within The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham.
2. The opportunity to work alongside a dynamic and forward-thinking team passionate about celebrating Gloucestershire.
3. Staff discounts at numerous The Brewery Quarter venues such as BrewDog, Cosy Club, Flight Club, and The Botanist.
4. Flexible daily working hours.
5. Hybrid office/home working options.
6. Ongoing in-house training; monthly personal reviews; annual appraisals and salary reviews.
7. An additional day’s holiday for every year with the company, up to five days.
8. #SoGlosSocial team get-togethers.
9. Competitive starting salary plus commission, with OTE of around £40,000 per annum, uncapped.
To apply
The closing date for applications is Friday 30 May 2025.
Email SoGlos’s office manager, Tracey Gamble, at tracey@sopublishing.com with your CV and a covering note about why you’re the perfect person for the role.
Please note, SoGlos will not be using recruitment agencies to fill this role but does welcome applications from exceptional recruitment consultants interested in changing sectors.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Internet Publishing
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