What You'll Be Doing
An incredible opportunity has opened up for an Account Manager to join the Games team at Future plc, working across our iconic brands such as PC Gamer, GamesRadar, Edge, The Future Games Show and The PC Gaming Show.
Reporting to the Advertising Manager, you will represent Future to tier 1 & 2 accounts, building strong client-direct and agency relationships. Your primary focus will be on securing new high-potential accounts and significantly growing existing ones. You'll excel at unlocking new revenue opportunities, expanding client investment across Future's portfolio of ad products, and securing long-term partnerships.
Please note, the expected start date for this vacancy will be October 2026.
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.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior contacts at large and strategically important clients and advertising agencies.
- Collaborate with managers to identify account potential and proactively pursue new business.
Experience That Will Put You Ahead Of The Curve
- Experience working in the games industry, in sales, marketing or planning role is essential.
- A tangible enthusiasm for video games.
- Proven track record in sales, with the ability to secure high-value deals and exceed revenue targets.
- Strong understanding of digital, print, creative solutions, and event sponsorship sales.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling sales materials and presentations.
- Effective pipeline planning and territory management to deliver results.
- Excellent influencing, objection handling, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
- Relevant market experience within the gaming or media sector is desirable.
The expected range for this role is £35,000 - £45,000. Please note, the expected start date for this vacancy will be October 2026.
This is a hybrid role from our London Paddington Office, working 3 days from the office, 2 from home.
Perks
- 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 Commercial 6.
We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are. Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life.
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Advertising Sales Account Manager - Games employer: Future
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