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Application Deadline: 22 December 2025
Department: Sales and Commercial
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Compensation: £28,000 / year
Description
Advance your sales career with LOCALiQ.
Ready to take your sales career to the next level? Join LOCALiQ, part of Newsquest Media Group, as a Field Sales Executive and become a key player in helping local businesses grow through powerful, results‑driven advertising solutions.
This is a consultative sales role combining both office‑based and field‑based work. You’ll manage a portfolio of key accounts and proactively book meetings across your territory, working face‑to‑face with business owners and decision‑makers. Representing some of the region’s most trusted local news brands, you’ll deliver tailored solutions through a mix of digital display and print products aligned to each client’s objectives. From initial contact to closing deals, you’ll build strong relationships and drive meaningful results. In addition, you’ll generate new business by strategically managing your pipeline.
This isn’t just a desk job. You’ll split your time between the office and being out in the field, visiting clients in their workplaces, gaining real insight into their operations, and demonstrating how LOCALiQ can help them grow. For this position, you must live within or near the West Suffolk territory, hold a full UK driving licence, and have access to your own vehicle for work‑related travel. This is a full‑time role, Monday to Friday during standard office hours.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify and win new business by proactively reaching out to potential clients across your region using cold calling and outbound sales techniques.
* Manage and grow existing key accounts by strengthening relationships and driving further development.
* Work to clear financial targets and KPIs, consistently striving to exceed monthly revenue goals and performance benchmarks.
* Manage and grow existing client accounts, providing ongoing support, identifying upsell opportunities, and increasing client spend through strategic recommendations.
* Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline, using a consultative approach to move prospects through the sales cycle.
* Build long‑term relationships with clients by providing expert advice, excellent service, and ongoing support.
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and campaign delivery for new clients.
* Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and LOCALiQ’s evolving product suite to maintain a competitive edge.
* Represent LOCALiQ with professionalism and credibility, acting as a trusted ambassador for our regional news brands.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Proven track record in B2B sales – You’ve successfully sold to businesses before and understand how to navigate commercial conversations with confidence and credibility.
* Experienced in outbound cold calling – You’re not afraid to pick up the phone and spark new opportunities, even when starting from scratch.
* Confident in securing new business over the phone – You know how to build rapport quickly, handle objections, and close deals remotely.
* Skilled at growing existing client accounts – You don’t just maintain relationships, you deepen them, spotting opportunities to add value and increase spend.
* Delivers exceptional customer service – You go above and beyond to ensure clients feel supported, understood, and valued at every stage of the journey.
* Understanding of multimedia advertising (advantageous) – You’re familiar with digital and print advertising formats and how they can work together to drive results.
* Consultative, client‑focused approach to selling – You listen first, ask the right questions, and tailor your recommendations to meet each client’s unique needs.
* Able to commute to the office – You’re within reach of the office and happy to be part of a collaborative, hybrid team environment.
* Owns a vehicle suitable for business use – You’re equipped to travel across your territory and meet clients wherever they are.
* Holds a full UK driving licence – Essential for the field‑based nature of the role.
Benefits and D&I Statement
* Competitive salary + uncapped commission
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
* Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
* Structured career progression & ongoing training
* Pension plan & mental health support
* Perks & discounts including:
o Gym membership
o Cycle to Work scheme
o Eye care vouchers (£50 towards glasses)
o Retail discounts
* Team building days & annual volunteer charity day
EEO Statement
Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities. As part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.
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Seniority Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Marketing and Sales
Advertising Services
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