Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video and social platforms. The company’s portfolio includes many of the world’s most respected and influential media properties including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit and Wired, among others. Condé Nast Entertainment was launched in 2011 to develop film, television and premium digital video programming.
Job Description
Location:
London, GB
The Role
The Style Division are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and hard-working Account Manager to join the biggest commercial department within Condé Nast Britain,.
This role presents the opportunity for an individual to be part of the Style division which encompasses the Fashion, Beauty, Watches and Jewellery verticals.
Applicants require significant experience in commercial sales as they will be responsible for their own client allocation, and will be selling display advertising and bespoke content across our print, digital, and social channels for the full CN Britain portfolio of brands, as well as having involvement in some of our most high profile brand events. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator and negotiator and should ideally have a proven track record of working directly with both clients and media agencies.
In addition to their media sales experience, we expect applicants to have an excellent knowledge of the publishing landscape and a sound understanding of all Condé Nast brands. We are looking for a self-starter who is ready to hit the ground running and is keen to embrace the many facets of this role - whether it be in building and developing relationships with existing commercial partners; approaching new business prospects to sell proactively; liaising with the relevant editorial team members to keep track of coverage; or developing a strategy to ensure continued growth across display and partnerships.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced team, across Condé Nast’s incredible portfolio of luxury brands.
The Team
Directly reporting into the Lead Commercial Director, Luxury, with a line to CBO of Style, you will be part of a fast paced, busy team, working across all commercial elements within the Condé Nast portfolio
Who are you?
You will have an integral understanding of and experience in advertising sales - to include digital (web, social and video) and print media
An established network of media contacts ideally within the watch and jewellery sectors
A passion for Condé Nast brands and an interest in the wider luxury market.
A lateral and creative thinker, with passion for delivering bespoke concepts to meet a client’s needs
Highly numerate, with close attention to detail
Outstanding verbal communication and organisation skills
Exceptional negotiation skills and a proactive, agile attitude
Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritise assignments and meet deadlines
Ability to work efficiently in an extremely busy environment
What will you be doing?
Managing business relationships within a key client category and media agencies level - both in the UK and internationally.
Seeking out and converting new business opportunities with a view to increasing revenue
Selling display advertising and partnerships across print, online, social and events – with extensive experience of each platform.
Representing Condé Nast at industry events
Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders
Where will you be?
We encourage hybrid working but when you are in the office, this role will initially be based in our iconic Vogue House building, situated in the heart of Mayfair and then later at the Adelphi building, close to The Strand.
What benefits do we offer?
Condé Nast Learning Hub where you’ll find you’ll find all Condé Nast-developed learning courses and trainings, and over 16,000+ courses in seven local languages
25 days holiday and extra days of annual leave for if you get married, move house or want to volunteer
Hybrid working and core hours
Competitive pension scheme
Bupa Private Healthcare
Season ticket loans
Cycle to work
Employee Assistance programme
Bring your dog to work
A wide variety of wellness benefits including gym discounts
Discounts and Magazine Subscriptions
Employee Resource Groups to provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives, exchange ideas, and work on community priorities for our global workforce
What happens next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.