Sales Manager

Job description

Job Description:

We’re Hiring! Join Our Team as Brand Sales Manager

Location: Belfast

Reporting to: Managing Director

Penton Media Group is proudly celebrating 30 years as Northern Ireland’s leading independent magazine, exhibitions and events company, and we’re growing again.

Join a Small, Ambitious Media Team…

You’ll be part of a close-knit team where collaboration is key. In this role, you’ll work directly alongside the Editor of Licensed & Catering News (LCN), shaping and growing one of the industry’s most respected brands.

Our media platforms include digital magazines, weekly e-newsletters and Gala Awards Dinners, giving you a wide range of assets to sell and develop.

We are now recruiting a Brand Sales Manager for Licensed & Catering News (est. 1940), the leading business magazine for the Hospitality Industry and the authoritative voice of the trade.

This is a hands-on, exciting position with lots of room to grow, ideal for someone energetic, ambitious and ready to build their career in media.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Digital magazine
• Online and website revenue
• Awards sponsorship packages

Your Role

You will:

• Take ownership of annual advertising and sponsorship targets
• Drive revenue across digital, print and events
• Seek out new business opportunities in core and emerging markets
• Build strong relationships with clients and partners
• Produce standout proposals and client communications
• Bring creative commercial ideas to the table
• Deliver confident client presentations
• Contribute to Penton Media Group’s wider business strategy
• Stay tuned into media, advertising and business trends
• Sell over the phone and face-to-face
• Support, motivate and coach members of the wider sales team

Because this role involves regular client meetings, industry events and off-site visits, a full driving licence is essential.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years’ experience in media sales or a fast-paced direct sales environment
• A proven track record in new business development
• Strong presentation and reporting skills
• An enthusiastic, proactive and creative approach
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• A drive to grow, learn and progress quickly

We’re looking for someone with energy, ambition and a passion for media; someone who’s excited to take ownership of a respected brand and grow with it.

What We Offer

• £32K–£36K basic salary
• £15K annual bonus potential
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Continuous professional training
• Flexible hybrid working
• A supportive, close-knit team where your ideas genuinely matter

Ready to take the next step in your media career?

Send your CV to: wynn.penton@pentonpublications.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-02-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English