Agency Development Manager in London

We are the UK's leading premium publisher, home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire, Men's & Women's Health, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Harper's Bazaar, Digital Spy, Cosmopolitan, Red and more. At Hearst UK, we don't just create content – we shape culture.

Our workplace is driven by passion, shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas, act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy that's brought us here. We believe in each other's potential and push boundaries together to create meaningful impact, both across the media landscape and in people's lives.

We're proud of our heritage - but even more excited about making history. Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Fridays. Our office is based at House of Hearst, 30 Panton Street, St James's, London, SW1Y 4AJ, where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary - Circa £35,000 - Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and relevant expertise.

The Role

As Agency Development Manager, you will own commercial campaigns from pitch through to completion, focusing on some of Hearst’s biggest opportunities outside of our largest strategic accounts. You will play a key role in building and maintaining Hearst’s reputation as a leading publisher across agency teams, driving revenue growth across display, partnerships and key commercial channels.

This is an exciting opportunity for either an established Manager looking to take the next step in their career, or an experienced Senior Executive ready for a new challenge. We are looking for someone with a strong appetite for new business, a passion for relationship building and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Main Duties

• Build, grow and maintain strong relationships with agency partners, acting as the primary contact for campaign responses and execution across a portfolio of accounts.
• Identify proactive commercial opportunities and generate new business across both existing and prospective agency relationships.
• Lead regular agency meetings, business reviews, immersion sessions, presentations and drop-in sessions, sharing campaign performance, market insights and growth opportunities.
• Ensure agency partners are consistently updated on Hearst developments, products, commercial opportunities and market positioning across all key channels.
• Collaborate closely with Account Managers and Creative Strategy teams during brainstorms to translate ideas into commercially effective campaign strategies.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Hearst’s full product offering and confidently position Hearst’s proposition against competitors and wider media channels.
• Accurately manage pipeline activity and booked revenue through Salesforce, ensuring reporting and forecasting remain up to date.
• Act as an ambassador for Hearst UK and its values, while undertaking any additional duties appropriate to your skills, qualifications and experience.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in a commercial media, agency sales or partnerships role, ideally with 2+ years’ experience.
• Strong existing agency relationships, or a proven ability to build and develop them quickly.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels.
• A strong understanding of the digital, print, partnerships and events landscape, alongside a commercially driven mindset.
• A proactive and highly motivated approach, with the ability to identify opportunities, solve problems and drive revenue growth.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation and multitasking skills, with excellent attention to detail and time management.
• A collaborative, adaptable and personable approach, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for delivering excellent results and exceptional customer service, while thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Benefits

Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

• Hearst Exclusives - Only for You! Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink. Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!
• Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support. Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme. Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it. Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them. Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.
• Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting. Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs. Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app.

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.