Senior Media Sales Manager in Hertford

Brands:Hotel Designs & SPACE Magazine (Forum Events & Media portfolio)

Location:Hybrid (Hertford-based office + remote flexibility)

Reports to:Publisher

Salary: Up to £40,000 plus Commission OTE £55k+

About the Brands

Hotel Designs is a leading international hotel design media platform, delivering daily news, insight, and inspiration to architects, designers, and hospitality professionals worldwide. SPACE Magazine is a premium print publication exploring architecture, interiors, and innovation across the hospitality sector.

Together, the brands offer integrated digital, print, and live-event platforms that connect design-led businesses with highly engaged, senior audiences.

Role Overview

We areseekingan experienced, results-driven Senior Media Sales Manager to drive advertising, sponsorship, and partnership revenue across Hotel Designs and SPACE Magazine.

This is a senior, hands-on sales role focused on new business development, revenue growth, and account expansion.

You will take ownership of sales targets, develop high-value client relationships, and sell integrated media solutions across digital, print, and events, working closely with editorial, marketing, and events teams to deliver commercially successful campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Own and deliver individual and brand-level sales targets across digital, print, and event sponsorship
• Proactivelyidentify, pitch, and close new business opportunities with suppliers, design brands, PR agencies, and hospitality groups
• Develop tailored, multi-platform proposals that align clientobjectiveswith brand audiences

Account Growth & Relationship Management

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, with a focus on repeat business and long-term partnerships
• Upsell and cross-sell advertising, branded content, newsletters, and event sponsorship
• Act as a trusted commercial contact for senior client stakeholders
• Lead sales for Hotel Designs’ programme of bespoke events, including roundtables, panel discussions, and live experiences
• Secure sponsorships and partnerships that deliver clear ROI for clients and revenue growth for the brands
• Work closely with editorial and marketing teams to shape commerciallyviablecontent-led campaigns
• Ensure smooth campaign delivery and strong client satisfaction
• Identifyopportunities to improve products, packages, and sales materials based on client feedback
• Maintainan accuratesales pipeline and forecasting via CRM
• Track performance against KPIs and revenue targets
• Provide regular sales updates and insights to the Publisher

Industry Engagement

• Represent the brands at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities
• Build a strong personal network within the design, architecture, and hospitality sectors

Skills & Experience

• Proven success in senior B2B media sales or partnerships roles
• Strongtrack recordof new business development and revenue growth
• Experience selling integrated media solutions across digital, print, and events
• Confident negotiator with excellent presentation and closing skills
• Commercially focused, target-driven, and self-motivated
• CRM and pipeline management experience (Workbooks or similar)
• Genuine interest in design, architecture, hospitality, and creative industries

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Opportunity to work with two highly respected media brands
• Autonomy to drive sales performance and shape client relationships
• Access to industry events and a strong professional network
• Supportive, collaborative team environment