Our media agency client currently has a vacancy for an Account Director in their London office. This role will be working in their Client Services division, which is responsible for the delivery of insight led on- and off-line client marketing campaigns.
This role will involve:

- Fully understanding client objectives, targets and budgets and delivering against these
- Developing business by seeking out opportunities within client accounts to enhance profitability
- Managing the strategic direction of all allocated accounts
- Providing effective client communication, including regular meetings and presentations of plans
- Managing research, planning, execution and evaluation of campaigns across all media channels
- Leading account teams to deliver against client objectives

Although this role is based in London the successful applicant would need to be prepared to travel to Basingstoke once or twice a week. For this position they need someone with a good media background. You will need to be experienced in leading client accounts and will have the drive necessary to achieve results whilst maintaining standards. You will be a self-confident person, a self-starter who is consistent and self-disciplined.

Our media agency client currently has a vacancy for an Account Director who specialises in Direct Marketing. This position will be based in their Client Services division which is responsible for the delivery of insight led on- and off-line client marketing campaigns. This role will work with data-led client accounts, managing DM strategy and its execution. The Account Director will need to understand fully client objectives, targets and budgets and deliver against these and will provide strategic direction, engaging with key client contacts and driving data strategy and planning forward.

For this position they need someone with strong data/DM skills and a good media background. You will need to be experienced in leading client accounts and will have the drive necessary to achieve results whilst maintaining standards. You will be a self-confident person, a self-starter who is consistent and self-disciplined.

Our client is a leading supplier of consumer data for direct marketing. They are looking for a senior sales person to sell across data and lead generation. You should have extensive experience within direct marketing sales and have a strong record of achieving sales targets.

You will have a comprehensive understanding of data and lead generation (on and offline), and have good contacts within the DM industry. Candidates should have strong presentation skills and be able to discuss complex marketing solutions with high level marketing contacts.

Our client is looking for a bright, enthusiastic individual who has the drive and determination to succeed in this List Manager role, which will encompass both account management of existing clients and new business activity. You will be responsible for a mixture of new and existing business and will have a proven track record managing key accounts.

You will ideally have direct marketing experience or a strong sales back ground with a minimum of two years business experience. You must be prepared to make cold calls as this will take up a portion of the day to day activity and is vital to the success of this role.

There is room to progress within this company, with opportunities to build and manage a larger sales team or to move into other areas of the business.

Our client is a leading marketing and IT solutions business, with an excellent reputation, and has a vacancy within their Customer Solutions Group for a Senior Account Manager who will manage and develop day to day client relationships and the delivery of client projects. The Account Manager will typically work with senior level contacts, understanding their business needs and working on the delivery of client solutions.

The ideal candidate for this role will be of graduate calibre and will have considerable sales experience, plus a knowledge of direct and database marketing. You must be able to demonstrate a recent solid track record in managing and developing complex accounts and will possess a professional attitude, be entrepreneurial, innovative and creative with a drive to succeed.

Our client is a market leading media owner and leader in the provision of marketing services to blue chip clients. They are looking for an Account Manager who will manage their clients and ensure strong sales of their direct marketing services. You will liaise both face to face and by telephone with marketing decision makers and influencers client-side to produce successful campaigns and will link up with suppliers such as list brokers and agencies as required.

This is a sales account manager role and a direct marketing background (data-driven marketing – agency, supplier or client-side) is essential, as well as strong attention to detail, numerical and interpersonal skills.

Our Digital Direct Marketing Client requires a successful Account Manager to join their thriving Agency team. You will work closely with internal teams and provide ongoing client relationship management as well as selling to agencies and direct clients.

You should have a strong proven sales record and have the attitude that hard work brings financial gain. Presentation skills and an understanding of the online email or lead generation market is useful but your approach to sales and your willingness to quickly learn a new product are equally important. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone keen to get into the ever growing Digital Marketing Industry and make a six figure income.

This global leading provider of online market research and technology services is looking to recruit an Account Manager who will sell their online services in a defined sales territory. This role is primarily an account management position with the option to build accounts from scratch. You’ll be required to meet or exceed revenue and retention rates for your specified accounts and to build excellent client relationships.

For this position you’ll need a minimum of 3+ years proven consultative sales experience and a definitive track record of sales success, with a track record of business development with new and existing clients and the ability to thrive in a quota driven environment.

This role will provide plenty of opportunity for growth and diversification for the right candidate.

Our client, a leader in the digital technology sector, is looking to recruit an Account Manager who will manage a portfolio of accounts, most based around the London area but some will be nationwide, so some travel will be required.

Key Account Manager Responsibilities will be to:

- Deliver sales performance against individual targets
- Develop strategic partnerships with key accounts
- Promote the brand within the sector
- Develop customer relationships throughout the sales channel, on a buying, marketing and operational basis

For this role they are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar role who is comfortable and confident presenting and negotiating at all levels. You must be able to work within a team environment whilst also being self motivated and paying attention to detail. You will be the kind of person who likes to get the job done right, and to tight time scales.

Our client, a leader in the digital technology sector, is looking to recruit an Account Manager who will manage a portfolio of accounts on a nationwide basis, working with other Account Managers and liaising with product management.

Key Account Manager Responsibilities will be to:

- Deliver sales performance against individual targets
- Develop channel strategy to achieve divisional and corporate objectives
- Develop the mass merchandise sector to increase business across all product categories
- Develop strategic partnerships with key accounts
- Promote the brand within the sector
- Develop customer relationships throughout the sales channel, on a buying, marketing and operational basis

For this role they are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar role and an understanding of managing a multi channel business portfolio. You must be able to work within a team environment whilst also being self motivated and will be comfortable conversing with both the customer and within the company at all levels.

This leading provider of digital direct marketing services is looking for an organized and hardworking Business Development Executive to join their growing technology sales team. This role will entail researching and targeting client leads, presenting proposals and demonstrating the capabilities of email marketing software to senior executive level buyers. You will develop a solid revenue pipeline that meets or exceeds given quotas and will negotiate contracts and close deals.

The successful candidate will be a determined self-starter with strong organisational skills and a positive attitude, with a passion for winning new business and a proven history of hitting or exceeding targets.

This customer data company is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their acquisition team. In this role you will identify, approach and win new data clients and achieve targeted volumes of data records from contributor organisations. You will also work closely with their Production and IT departments to manage data processing and feedback and will manage and develop relationships with clients.

For this role you need to have a knowledge of account planning and management and the skills to establish and maintain external business relationships at all levels, identifying and managing key influencers within account organisations. Ideally you will have a background in the data industry. A good working knowledge of database technology and applications would be helpful.

Our client is looking for a List Management Sales Executive to join the team. The role will involve dealing with client communications, running counts, creating new business relationships with direct clients and brokers / agencies.

Ideally with some industry experience and/or sales experience, attitude is key – a bright can-do approach with lots of energy and good client relationship building skills.

Our client is looking for a strong new business sales person with experience working within sponsorship and/or data. They are looking for a candidate with good experience within direct marketing sales, who has strong contacts at client, agency or list broker levels. You will be proactive and entrepreneurial in your approach and be happy presenting to clients at all levels.

This is initially a new business sales role but once you bring in clients you will be responsible for managing these accounts and maximising revenue from these clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new direct marketing and data business that is already expanding.

Our direct marketing services client is looking for enthusiastic sales people to join their growing and lively team. You should have some proven sales experience in any field though advertising, services and solutions rather than product sales may be of benefit. This is an office based role with face to face client meetings becoming part of your role as your experience grows.

Our client is a leading marketing and IT solutions business, with an excellent reputation, and has a vacancy within their Customer Solutions Group for a Senior Sales Consultant who will focus on selling their database hosting service. The role of the Senior Sales Consultant will be to develop business with both cold and warm prospects and to work with senior level contacts to understand their business needs and propose solutions.

Candidates for this role should have considerable sales experience, working for another marketing services or database hosting provider, and must be able to demonstrate a recent solid track record in new business development. You will be driven to succeed and will possess a professional attitude, be entrepreneurial, innovative and creative.

Our digital direct marketing client requires a Senior Sales Professional to join a highly successful team. Your role will be to bring in high end accounts and experience in marketing data, online marketing or advertising is an advantage. You're tenacious and a self-motivated team player.

This leading company in B2B direct marketing is looking for a Data Sales Director whose main focus will be on selling their data assets. This position will involve prospecting and developing new business and requires a hands on approach, plus the abilty to build relationships and develop accounts.

The Data Sales Director will work with the business development, production and account management teams to ensure that data solutions are properly presented, briefed, costed and delivered and will be responsible for all aspects of client data requirements, working directly with clients in order to ensure the best level of service possible.

Candidates for this position should have 5+ years experience within the data and direct marketing industry, as well 5 + years of business development experience, with a track record of proven sales success. You will be ambitious, motivated and have a can-do attitude.

Our marketing client requires an enthusiastic individual to join their busy and lively team as soon as possible. Your role will be to introduce their products to prospective clients initially over the phone and then with experience gained by going along with your line manager, face to face meetings.

Your experience can be around 6 months minimum, preferably in a sales background and your enthusiasm and energy are key. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to move into the marketing industry and learn as they work in this sales role with great guidance along the way.

Our client is a marketing data and analysis business who have an exciting new opportunity to develop their already successful company further. They are now seeking a Business Development Consultant to join their thriving team based in Richmond. You will be responsible for identifying potential new clients, qualifying them and selling to them appropriate solutions from their range. This may come from a wide range of existing clients, or from leads you have identified yourself.

As a successful sales person you will already have a winning method of developing new business. You will be able to understand your clients' business and quickly grasp the issues they face to be able to determine your recommendations and ensure they receive the highest quality and most relevant service.

In order to succeed in this role, you need to be well presented, have a good customer focus and be quick to build relationships. You need to be a self- starter, and be motivated by success. It is vital you have an understanding of the whole data marketing process, as well as proven experience selling solutions, not just products. Although you will be based in the office you need to be able to travel UK wide to meet new and existing clients.

This is a great time to join this business and for a successful sales person there is plenty of opportunity to increase revenue and really stand out.

Our data-related marketing services client is looking for a New Business Manager to join their dynamic, ambitious sales division to sell their solutions to medium sized businesses. Your ability to exceed targets and your drive and passion will enable you to join a fun and professional team, focusing on customer relationships and business growth.

You must have experience of cold calling or building customer relations through strong account management methods. Your interpersonal skills are excellent, you’re a team player who also wants to get superb personal results.

If you have endless enthusiasm, a positive approach to life and a good speaking manner then we may have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is looking for talented people who can be their initial representative with prospective marketing clients. Your role will be office based with a good basic salary and the opportunity to earn commission as well.

This role could lead to a client-facing sales role in marketing or perhaps account management. Initially however you will need to be able to pick up the phone and make appointments and your enthusiasm, ability to communicate effectively and upbeat personality will all help you to succeed. Please contact us for an initial telephone interview and get your foot on the marketing industry ladder.