Sales Executive

Location: Baldock (Office-Based)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Salary: £24,000 per annum + Commission

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established publishing and events business seeking a proactive and experienced Sales Executive to join their close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual with strong advertising or media sales experience, looking for a rewarding role within a supportive company.

You’ll be working in a professional and friendly office environment, responsible for selling advertising space across a portfolio of specialist publications and assisting in the sale of exhibition space for a flagship annual event.

Key Responsibilities:

• Selling advertising space in specialist publications
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients
• Managing sales processes from initial contact to completion
• Assisting with exhibition and event space sales
• Working closely with internal teams to ensure smooth production and delivery
• Using a bespoke CRM system to manage client records and communications

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in advertising or media sales (print publishing experience preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Solid IT skills: experience with CRM systems is beneficial
• Highly motivated with a professional and proactive attitude
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
• Interest in sectors related to publishing, events, or heritage
• Experience liaising with societies, associations, or membership bodies