Location: London, in office Reports to: Head of Commercial and Audiovisual, Works in Progress Salary: £30k-35k About Works in Progress Works in Progress is Stripe’s magazine of new and underrated ideas to improve the world. We publish an eclectic mix of articles on policy, economics, business, technology, science, history, arts and culture. Our audience is growing quickly and includes people making things happen, particularly in technology and politics. We are expanding the commercial side of the magazine—including advertising, subscriptions, events and partnerships—and are looking for an ambitious graduate to help us build it. The role This is an entry-level commercial role for a recent graduate who is ambitious, organised and excited to learn quickly in a small, entrepreneurial team. You will work closely with the Director of Commercial and Audiovisual across the magazine’s commercial activity: advertising, subscriptions, events, marketing and partnerships. You will help keep commercial projects moving by conducting research, supporting outreach, maintaining pipelines and trackers, following up with prospective partners, and contributing to growth experiments. You will learn by doing: writing outbound emails, building target lists, preparing materials, tracking results, joining calls and following up consistently. It is a strong opportunity for someone who wants early exposure to senior commercial work and meaningful responsibility from the start of their career.
What you’ll do
- Support the advertising sales process, including preparing rate cards, pitch decks, outreach and pipeline materials.
- Research and build target lists of potential advertisers, sponsors, agencies, founders, investors and partners.
- Draft clear, thoughtful outbound emails and follow-ups.
- Maintain accurate CRM records, commercial trackers and reporting.
- Support subscription growth through acquisition and retention ideas, and help measure their effectiveness.
- Help develop the events business, inc
Junior Commercial Associate, Works in Progress employer: Stripe, Inc
Stripe is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where innovation thrives and employees are empowered to make a real impact. With a strong focus on professional growth, team members have access to mentorship opportunities and the chance to collaborate with talented individuals across the globe, all while working on cutting-edge financial technology in a vibrant location. Joining Stripe means being part of a mission-driven company that values creativity and encourages its employees to shape the future of money management.
