Key Account Manager, Media Sales (Automotive) - UKi

WHO WE ARE:
UKi Media & Events is an international specialist event organiser and publishing company based in Dorking, Surrey. With a team of over 90 people, we publish 13 magazines spanning the automotive, aerospace, marine, meteorological and logistics sectors, and we're proud to deliver world-class events and publications to specialist audiences globally. Our new central Dorking offices are collaborative, engaging, and built for people who want to do great work.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We're looking for an experienced Media Sales Executive to join our publishing team and manage key accounts across two of our flagship titles: Automotive Powertrain Technology International and PMW. You'll be a confident relationship builder with a genuine interest in the automotive engineering and motorsport sectors, and you'll thrive in a role that balances account management with new business development (around 30% of your time).

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Dorking, with at least three days a week in the office.

THE ROLE:

• Generating digital and print advertising revenues across Automotive Powertrain Technology International and PMW

• Hitting and exceeding agreed sales targets

• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through proactive prospecting and lead generation

• Building and developing strong relationships with an existing client base, understanding their advertising goals and delivering tailored solutions

• Preparing high-quality proposals and client correspondence

• Attending relevant industry events for networking and lead generation, as well as UKi's own events where relevant

ABOUT YOU:

• Experience in B2B media sales, ideally with a background in print and digital advertising — though candidates with strong transferable skills are encouraged to apply

• A commercially driven mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals

• Confident prospecting and lead research skills, with a proactive approach to building your pipeline

• Strong verbal and written communication skills , you write persuasive pitches and build trust quickly with international clients

• Highly organised, able to manage multiple accounts and priorities without dropping the ball

• Comfortable with digital analytics and using data to shape campaign recommendations

• Proficient in Salesforce (or keen to get there fast) and open to adopting new tools and platforms

• A collaborative team player who also knows how to drive things forward independently

• Curious about the automotive and motorsport industries and motivated to deepen your knowledge over time

• Happy to travel to events and represent the publications in person

CSM do not ‘usually offer sponsorship for this role

CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status or disability status.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, don't hesitate to get in touch with our HR team at hr@closerstillmedia.com.