Advertising Account Director

6 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Future Publishing Full time £32,000 - £45,000 per year
What you'll be doing

An incredible opportunity has opened up for an Account Director to join the Games team at Future, working across our iconic brands such asPC Gamer,GamesRadar,Edge,The Future Games Show and The PC Gaming Show.

As an Account Director on our Games Team, you'll report to the Commercial Director and will represent Future to tier 1 and 2 accounts, building client-direct and agency relationships. Your primary focus will be on securing new accounts and growing existing ones. You'll excel at unlocking new revenue opportunities, expanding client investment across Future's portfolio of ad products, and brands to secure long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and develop a portfolio of 30 to 85 active clients, driving a minimum of £800,000 in revenue.
  • Secure new business wins and expand revenues from existing clients through strategic relationship management.
  • Develop multi-period revenue opportunities by cross-selling Future's diverse range of media products, including digital, print, creative solutions, events, and awards sponsorships.
  • Develop relationships with senior contacts at large and strategically important clients and advertising agencies.
  • Collaborate with managers to identify account potential and pursue new business.
  • Mentor Account Managers and Sales Executives to support their development and success.
Experience that will put you ahead of the curve
  • Track record in sales, with the ability to secure high-value deals and exceed revenue targets.
  • Experience with digital, print, creative solutions, and event sponsorship sales.
  • Experience creating compelling sales materials and presentations.
  • Pipeline planning and territory management.
  • Excellent influencing, objection handling, and negotiation skills.
  • Relevant market experience in the gaming or media sector is desirable.
What's in it for you

The expected range for this role is £32,000 - £45,000

This is a Hybrid role from our London Paddington Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

  • Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
  • When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
  • Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
  • Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
  • Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level C6

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience

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