At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow client relationships while driving new business opportunities in advertising.
- Company: Join a leading Out-of-Home media organisation with a strong market presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission, hybrid work, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Enjoy 23 days annual leave plus your birthday off and excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making impactful advertising connections.
- Qualifications: 1+ years in sales or account management with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 26000 £ per year.
MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a leading Out-of-Home (OOH) media organisation to recruit a Direct Sales Executive. Operating one of the most extensive advertising networks across Northern Ireland, the business delivers high-impact billboard, digital, and retail media solutions that enable brands to connect with audiences. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded sales professional to join a well-established and stable organisation with a strong client base and a proven market presence. The successful candidate will take ownership of an existing client portfolio while also identifying and developing new business opportunities across the region. Working closely with long-standing clients and internal delivery teams, this role offers a strong blend of account management and proactive sales activity within a structured and supportive environment.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage and develop an established portfolio of advertising clients across Northern Ireland
- Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with direct advertisers and local businesses
- Identify and develop new business opportunities through proactive outreach, research, and referrals
- Prepare and deliver tailored advertising proposals across billboard, digital, and retail media formats
- Conduct client meetings and present commercially focused campaign solutions
- Plan, book, and manage end-to-end advertising campaigns from brief through to delivery
- Liaise with internal teams including operations, finance, and marketing to ensure seamless campaign execution
- Support campaign optimisation and identify opportunities to grow existing client spend
Essential Criteria
- Minimum of 1 year's experience in a sales, account management, or sales support role
- Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver against commercial targets
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working independently within a small, close-knit commercial team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general CRM systems
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in B2B sales or account management
- Background in media, advertising, marketing, or related commercial industries
- Experience managing client portfolios or recurring revenue accounts
What's On Offer
- Competitive base salary of £24,000 - £26,000
- Realistic annual commission of £8,000 - £10,000
- Hybrid working model
- 23 days annual leave plus birthday day off
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Free on-site parking at Belfast office location
How To Apply
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Charlie Plant, Associate Specialist Consultant at MCS Group. Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs.
MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation. If you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.
MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.
Direct Sales Executive in Belfast employer: MCS Group
MCS Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where Direct Sales Executives can thrive. With a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and a strong focus on employee well-being through private healthcare and generous leave policies, the company fosters a culture of support and growth. Located in Belfast, employees benefit from a close-knit team atmosphere and the opportunity to engage with a diverse client portfolio, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the advertising industry.
