Newsquest Media Group
Newsquest Media Group
Newsquest Media Group operates across media, marketing, and advertising, combining local journalism with digital marketing services for communities and businesses. Its portfolio includes more than 250 local news brands and magazines, reaching 41 million digital users each month and 7 million print readers each week. Journalists and sales professionals work across the business to produce trusted local coverage, engage audiences, and help advertisers make informed, data-led decisions.

Advertising Sales Manager – Cotswold Life, Worcester (Hybrid)

Lead advertising sales growth for Cotswold Life at Newsquest Media Group, managing a sales team and developing print, digital, and event-led commercial opportunities across the region.

Description

  • Lead and develop a team of advertising sales professionals
  • Hold regular one-to-one meetings, performance reviews, and development conversations
  • Grow revenue through print, digital, and event-based advertising opportunities
  • Support colleagues with client visits, presentations, and sales activity
  • Recruit, onboard, and develop new team members when required
  • Track sales performance, KPIs, and commercial activity, acting to improve results
  • Develop relationships with advertisers, partners, and regional stakeholders
  • Generate new business opportunities to support continued Cotswold Life growth
  • Represent Cotswold Life at networking, community, and industry events
  • Collaborate with editorial and commercial teams to maximise brand opportunities and audience engagement
  • Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, development, and team wellbeing

Requirements

  • Previous experience managing and developing a sales team
  • Strong experience in advertising, media, publishing, or commercial sales
  • Enthusiasm for the Cotswolds and knowledge of its local business community
  • Demonstrated success growing revenue and exceeding commercial targets
  • Experience handling performance management, coaching, and development discussions
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
  • Confidence managing both existing accounts and new business opportunities
  • Ability to work independently while helping a team deliver shared objectives
  • Strong organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills
  • Professional and personable approach to representing the brand at events and networking opportunities
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Willingness to travel throughout the region to support clients, prospects, and team members

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with a bonus scheme
  • 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays and your birthday off
  • Holiday purchase scheme for added flexibility
  • Structured career development and ongoing training
  • Pension plan
  • Employee helpline offering counselling and advice
  • Gym membership
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care support
  • Retail discounts
  • Team-building days and an annual charity volunteering day
  • Equal opportunities employer
  • Adjustments considered during the recruitment process

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