New Business Sales Consultant
Application Deadline: 11 July 2025
Department: Sales and Commercial
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Newport
Reporting To: Sharon Wilson
Compensation: £26,000 - £27,000 / year
Description
We are looking for an ambitious and personable Sales Consultant to join our team, representing our South Wales titles. This full-time, permanent role combines field sales, new business acquisition and account management, focusing on developing client relationships across the footprint of print and digital titles.
As part of this role, you’ll spend time visiting clients, so familiarity with the area, a valid driving license, and a passion for supporting local businesses are essential. Ideally, you will be based in Newport or the surrounding areas.
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, office hours, in the field hybrid role with three days a week in the Newport office.
Key Responsibilities
* Cultivate and strengthen relationships with clients across your territory in South Wales
* Drive advertising sales for the portfolio of local news brands.
* Conduct face-to-face meetings with clients to understand their needs and propose tailored advertising solutions.
* Proactively seek new business opportunities through outreach and networking.
* Collaborate closely with editorial and marketing teams to deliver impactful campaigns.
* Prepare and deliver persuasive sales presentations.
* Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs.
* Keep accurate records of sales activities and client interactions.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Proven track record in sales.
* Experience in advertising or digital marketing sales - advantageous but not essential
* Strong business development skills with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities.
* Excellent relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
* Good local knowledge of the South Wales area, particularly the key focus areas.
* Valid driving license and willingness to travel.
* Access to a vehicle for work
* Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Job Benefits
* Competitive salary plus uncapped commission (OTE £35,000).
* Workplace pension.
* Discounts and perks are available through the “Newsquest Benefits” platform.
* 25 days of paid holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday off.
* Comprehensive training and structured career progression.
* Discounted gym memberships and Cycle to Work scheme.
* Mental health support via Lifeworks.
* Eye test vouchers and a £50 contribution toward glasses.
* Annual volunteer day to support a charity of your choice.
Newsquest Media Group/LOCALiQ 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr