Sales Executive

Description:

The Local Marketing Company is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Freelance Sales Executive to join their hybrid-working team in Andover, England. This part-time, freelance role focuses on advertising sales for local magazines with the potential to expand into wider marketing services.

This is a hands-on sales role, requiring excellent communication, a proactive approach, and the ability to independently manage a pipeline of leads and advertising clients. You’ll be the face of the business for many first-time advertisers, offering clear guidance and building relationships that convert into paid bookings.

Key Responsibilities:

Advertising Sales for Magazines

• Craft and send engaging outreach emails to prospective advertisers

• Call and follow up warm leads generated via Meta Ads Manager and other campaigns

• Speak directly with potential advertisers, explaining magazine reach, available packages, and guiding them to secure bookings

• Handle objections, answer queries, and maintain timely follow-ups

Tracking & Updates

• Maintain clear, organized records of all outreach, conversations, and sales progress

• Regularly update the team on sales pipeline status and conversions

Essential Skills & Requirements:

• Proven sales or lead generation experience

• Excellent telephone communication skills with the ability to build quick rapport

• Strong written communication skills for email engagement

• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage your pipeline independently

• Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and basic CRM tools like HubSpot

• Capable of handling objections professionally and closing sales effectively

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in media, magazine, or advertising sales

• Familiarity with Meta Ads Manager or other ad platforms

• Knowledge of local business communities (Hampshire or similar areas)