We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and Country Living. We’ve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We’ll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

The Account Executive independently owns the pre-sale stage (reception & interrogation of request-for-proposal, creation of media strategy via centralised multi-market planning) as well as reporting stage at end-of-campaign for global opportunities across the Hearst worldwide digital portfolio. The Account Executive feeds into the campaign strategy proposed to support the creative idea and brief, as well as overseeing the campaign execution and activation – with a specific focus on the French & Swiss client territory (please note, specific language skills are required for role in question). The Account Executive takes full responsibility for all communication with Sales teams and/or clients in pre-sale, as well as being responsible for negotiation and relationship building/nurturing with Hearst’s publishers worldwide, depending on which markets are included in the given Global brief.

The Role:

Ongoing

Agency/client and internal Sales teams support, being first point of contact ·
Manages opportunities on pipeline, updating it regularly with pitched, won and lost proposals
Holds and builds on a wealth of information around local publishers’ commercial offering in global markets, innovation and product updates, campaign case studies etc.
Proactively look for ways to enable sales teams to add value for the agency and client.

Pre-Sale:

Collaborate with sales team to interrogate the advertiser’s brief and ensure all information is available to answer the RFP.
Attend brainstorm with Sales to ensure the idea can be reflected in campaign strategy.
Propose the right products and advise on technical feasibility, production and media costs, past campaign performance and client insight in order to create a plan that meets and exceeds the client expectations.
Provide a 360 degree knowledge of global Hearst products, services and ensure all client requests are met
Work with syndication managers and production teams to ensure any bespoke costs are included in the plan
Attend relevant sales meetings to stay close to agency & client spending and pitches to support & help drive targets.
Provide key updates to team leads, and escalate complex issues or hurdles as needed

Campaign Management

Delivering a holistic & consistent first-class client service, always exceeding all expectations
Building long-term relationships with sales leads, agencies and clients through regular communication including email, phone and in-person conversations/meetings
Effectively manages the campaign life cycle through Account Management best practice:
Liaise with local market digital stakeholders to build an attractive media proposal & check feasibilities of products (where applicable) o Own KPI delivery throughout a campaign by proactively connecting with internal stakeholders (global paid media, technical account management etc) to optimise any campaign deliveries
Communicate campaign progress to top-spending clients through reporting and updates of custom campaigns
Work with Paid media team on relevant social amplification strategies & reporting
Briefs in Project/Syndication Management, Paid Media & EU Technical Account Managers (where applicable) to thoroughly inform sign-off of a campaign, sharing all necessary details to ensure all internal stakeholders are fully aware of deliverables
Support on all areas digital for both internal and external stakeholders
Informs finance hub of booked campaign, delivering internal grids in clear way to ensure IOs can be built Post campaign
Reviews PCAs provided by Paid Media where applicable & enhances & adapts presentation to commercially relevant standards in aim to upsell opportunities
Produces analysis and insight at end of campaign and present back to sales leads/clients where applicable

About you:

French language skills necessary
A fantastic communicator
Incredibly commercially aware and sales driven
International awareness of market nuances · Strives for excellent results and excellent customer service
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills; able to work effectively under pressure
Collaborative attitude is essential
Flexible, personable attitude; ability to develop excellent professional relationships with all levels of personnel
Has an understanding of digital market changes, and wants to stay ahead of the curve
Proactive and enjoys a varied role
Pays attention to detail at all times
Ability to achieve results through influence and problem solving
Self-motivated
Team player

Benefits…

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

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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.

Account Executive, French Speaking

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