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Telesales Account Managers
up to £22k + commission (year 1 OTE £35k)
APPLYABOUT REACH
Reach is the UK’s largest news publisher, they are Reach by name because that’s what they do. Their news brands reach across the nation to millions of homes with print and millions of users to their online platforms.
Reach owns influential national news brands such as the Daily Mirror, Daily Express, Sunday People, Daily Record, and more than 100 distinguished regional titles.
Reach Solutions is the commercial arm of Reach PLC. They bring together editorial output with media agencies and clients, to create strong connections between their valuable audience, content and advertiser brands.
The Reach brands have a long heritage of being trusted sources of news and information, providing audiences with timely information across multiple platforms. Last year alone they sold 540 million newspapers, and have a bigger online monthly audience than all of their competitors including Mail Online and News UK. Reach has a network of over 70 websites providing 24/7 coverage of news, sport and showbiz stories, viewed by 110m unique browsers every month.
What we are looking for?
We are looking for talented, dedicated and enthusiastic people with a drive to succeed, taking pride in what they do and what they stand for.
You will ensure we remain a fast and responsive business capitalising on tactical and seasonal media opportunities whilst educating clients on the benefits of long term marketing and digital media solutions.
This role is a great fit for those motivated by hitting target, earning high levels of commission and incentives and excited by a fast paced environment.
Have what it takes? Get in touch.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Telesales Account Manager
Primarily responsible for the management of relationships with clients, the roles involve building long term, productive relationships with new and existing clients, with the goal of being valued by the customer as a marketing advisor.
As the point of contact for clients, coordinate the resources needed to service projects, from briefing marketing, designers and copywriters, to managing budgets and building strategic operational plans. A key focus will be to balance the expectations of clients with the execution of creative work, successfully developing business accounts both creatively and financially.
Ensure the solutions our existing customers are taking from us are providing the maximum return on their investment with an aim to retain and develop accounts.
What we want from you
- Passion and initiative
- Punctuality – be on time and meet deadlines
- Enjoy building relationships with people
- A high level of self-motivation and personal ambition
- Ability to work in an organised and methodical way
- A creative, positive and authoritative communication style
- Ability to actively listen and respond with solutions
- The ability to plan and prioritise your time effectively
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Attention to detail capabilities
- Ability to manage own workload and prioritise efficiently
- Good interpersonal skills
- Basic numeracy & literacy skills
Training & Support
Reach is committed to giving their staff the training, knowledge and support needed to succeed. With opportunities across the business for bright, enthusiastic people starting their career and those looking to change their career. In support of the Government’s promise of three million apprentices by 2020, Reach is investing in new talent and their existing workforce through the introduction of the apprenticeship levy.
To ensure the strategy to Optimise, Grow and Commercialise their position, they provide development opportunities that gives . These include a newly-launched management programme, as well as bespoke training that allows all staff to achieve recognised professional qualifications. Reach PLC is proud to support their people, providing them with the opportunity to learn and develop through bespoke training programmes.
The Academy
We do not recruit based on your CV, we recruit based on your ability and competence. Our Academy process will see you attend an exciting, challenging and informative Audition Day where you will be able to showcase your talent.
You will be assessed during tasks and in an interview before receiving full, detailed feedback allowing you to develop and learn. Job offers are made on the day to successful candidates.
Audition Day 30th October | Arrival 08:30am
1 Temple Way, Bristol BS2 0BY
Important information
Start date – 19th November
What’s on offer to you:
- Laptop
- Individual Personal Development Plan
- Introduction to sales and marketing training
- Training & development provided by industry leaders
- Access to external training courses and professional qualifications
- Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
- Access to Employee Benefits via Computershare
- On-site cafe
- City centre office location
Contact me to find out more
Zoe GangeRecruiter
+44 1753 910 383Apply
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