Account Manager, Advertising Sales in England

Stream Publishing Limited is the owner and publisher of Rolling Stone UK, the UK edition of one of the most iconic and influential music and popular culture brands in the world.

Rolling Stone UK operates across print, digital, social and live events, working with leading brands and agencies across music, fashion, film, lifestyle, technology and entertainment.

The role

We are looking for a commercially-driven Account Manager, Advertising Sales, to grow advertising and partnership revenue across Rolling Stone UK’s platforms.

This is a sales-led role for someone who enjoys opening doors, pitching ideas, building relationships and closing deals, while also managing and growing existing client accounts. You will work closely with editorial, commercial and events teams to deliver creative, high-impact commercial solutions for brands.

Key responsibilities

Sales and revenue

· Sell advertising and partnership opportunities across print, digital, social and live events

· Proactively develop new business opportunities and manage a healthy sales pipeline

· Meet and exceed individual revenue targets

· Confidently pitch Rolling Stone UK to media agencies and direct brand clients

Account management

· Manage and grow a portfolio of advertising clients

· Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities across platforms

· Ensure campaigns are delivered smoothly and in line with client expectations

· Act as the main commercial point of contact for assigned accounts

Agency and client relationships

· Build and maintain strong relationships with media agencies and direct brands

· Attend client meetings, presentations, events and industry functions

· Represent Rolling Stone UK professionally and credibly in the market

Collaboration and delivery

· Work closely with editorial, production and events teams

· Contribute ideas for creative commercial packages and partnerships

· Support sponsored content, partnerships and special projects as required

About you

Essential

· Proven experience in media or advertising sales

· Confident, persuasive communicator with a strong commercial mindset

· Comfortable prospecting, pitching and closing deals

· Target-driven, organised and self-motivated

· Strong relationship-building and account management skills

· Able to work at pace in a fast-moving media environment

Desirable

· Experience selling across print and digital platforms

· Existing agency or direct client contacts

· Interest in music, popular culture and entertainment

· Experience working with premium or heritage media brands

Salary and OTE

£30k basic salary with total on-target earnings (OTE) of £45k+, inclusive of commission. OTE is based on clear, achievable revenue targets, with strong performers able to exceed this level.

Why join Rolling Stone UK?

· Work with one of the most iconic media brands in the world

· Real responsibility and ownership of revenue and accounts

· Opportunity to grow within an ambitious and expanding media business

· Exposure to high-profile brands, talent and live events

· Supportive, collaborative and commercially focused team culture

How to apply

Please send a covering letter and your CV to jobs@streampublishing.net