Account Management Lead (French Speaking) - Military Veterans

At Hearst UK, there's always more to the story. Join us as our Account Management Lead to start the next chapter in your career. You will head up an operational sub-team for a specific regional sales patch (French Clients), managing an Account Manager/Director to deliver Global campaign strategy & planning across Hearst's magazines worldwide. You will be responsible for the sales region's operational strategy, influencing the direction to meet quarterly & annual business targets and supporting innovative, commercially relevant solutions to grow investments in alignment with sales leads and in support of the Head of the team.

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will work closely with the Head of the team in setting strategic goals for regional client portfolio growth and identifying new commercial opportunities for Global Operations. You will play a key role in client development alongside sales leads to ensure annual revenue growth.

As a Account Management Lead, you will be the internal & external point of reference for all commercial operational opportunities related to your territory, and ensure smooth delivery of global campaign pitches together with the AM/AD in your direct reporting line. The role involves identifying and developing key talent, providing excellent 360 servicing to exceed client expectations, and managing the reception of multi-market digital briefs. You will ensure commercially-driven pitch responses and end-of-campaign reporting.

You will maintain a financial overview of all opportunities in partnership with the finance hub, identify business opportunities to grow the commercial product and strategy portfolio, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Your goal is to holistically manage the region from all angles to drive business growth.

ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, commercially aware, and sales-driven. You must understand international market nuances and strive for outstanding results and customer service.

Key attributes include excellent time management, prioritization skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. A collaborative attitude is essential, along with the flexibility to develop professional relationships at all levels. You should have a deep understanding of digital market changes and a proactive mindset to stay ahead of the curve.

Attention to detail, the ability to achieve results through influence and problem-solving, and self-motivation are critical. Fluency in French is essential.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Hearst UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including:

• 25 days' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro rated for part-time or fixed-term employees
• Discounted gym membership
• Healthcare cash plan
• Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Regular socials and more!

There's more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here.

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.