Business development manager

Newsquest #39;s LOCALiQ brand is dedicated to empowering SMEs by enhancing their digital presence and visibility in the marketplace. As the UK #39;s foremost local media group, Newsquest boasts a network of 150 esteemed news brands spanning the country. Through LOCALiQ, Newsquest leverages its extensive reach and expertise to support small and medium-sized enterprises in achieving growth and success in the digital sphere. We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Advertising Business Developer to join the team. In this hybrid-working, consultative sales role, you will build relationships across every sector with a digital first approach that includes a strong focus on video content and niche social media solutions. You will have a strong understanding of digital marketing products such as paid social, Google ads, content marketing, digital display, video websites. Coming from a digital advertising or media background is advantageous however not essential to this role. Through great questioning and listening, you will understand your customers rsquo; needs and be able to present the best solutions we have available that will ensure great response and traction for each campaign. This role is primarily to drive new business development from the Education Sector however you will also have access to our active customer base as well as the opportunity to reach out to lapsed clients. You will also maintain and grow the existing accounts already utilising our solutions. The focus is on creating great campaigns, retaining customers, winning new business opportunities, and overall increasing digital revenues. It is essential that you drive and have access to your own car. Through its investment in the industry-leading LOCALiQ Sales Training Academy, Newsquest can provide a comprehensive career development programme for digital media sales professionals. This assists Sales Consultants with extensive ongoing training and support, enabling them to build their digital skills, and fast track their career development in digital marketing. BENEFITS No weekends or evening work Hybrid working On-going career development and salary progression Uncapped Commission Scheme Workplace Pension Perks Discounts with numerous retailers and organisations Opportunities for team building and training days 25 days paid holiday, statutory bank holidays An extra day off on your birthday Holiday purchase scheme Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews Discount Vouchers Discounted Gym membership Cycle to Work scheme Mental Health Support via Lifeworks Eye test vouchers plus GBP50 towards new glasses. Annual Volunteer - Charity day Staff referral scheme 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