Advertising Assistant

Overview

We're looking for a contract Advertising Assistant to join a commercial team in New York within an established global organisation operating within the scientific publishing and healthcare information sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys business development, relationship building, and supporting sales initiatives within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You\'ll work alongside an experienced advertising sales team, helping to identify new business opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to commercial growth.
Reporting to the Sales Director, you\'ll play an important role in supporting advertising sales activity across a diverse portfolio. This position would suit someone who is proactive, commercially minded, and enjoys engaging with prospective clients.
Key Responsibilities

Research and identify new business opportunities and prospective advertisers
Generate qualified leads for sales campaigns and strategic projects
Research industry trends and client activity to identify relevant commercial opportunities
Reach out to prospective clients and help arrange introductory meetings for the sales team
Reconnect with previous advertisers to explore new partnership opportunities
Provide day-to-day administrative and commercial support to the sales function
Monitor competitor activity and share relevant market insights with the wider team
Maintain accurate records and sales activity within Salesforce CRM
Assist with additional sales and business development projects as required
About You

We\'re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and confident communicating with clients. You should be comfortable working in a target-driven commercial environment and enjoy building professional relationships.
Requirements

At least one year of experience in sales, business development, account management, or sales support
Confident making outbound calls and engaging with prospective clients
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
Ability to identify client needs through effective questioning and active listening
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working collaboratively with both internal stakeholders and external customers
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience using Salesforce CRM is highly desirable
Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
What\'s on Offer

Hybrid working model based in New York
Opportunity to gain experience with a globally recognised organisation
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Exposure to advertising sales, business development, and commercial strategy
Immediate start on a temporary assignment

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