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European Sales Manager

Publishing

London

Permanent

Updated July 23, 2008

The regional sales manager position for Institutional Investor is a media sales role for two world renowned financial monthly publications. This position is a mix of account management and new business selling media space and sponsorship opportunities in the Americas and International editions of Institutional Investor magazine as well as a sister hedge fund publication, Alpha. The clients are a mix of investment banks, fund management companies, corporates and government agencies in Europe. The position is based in the company's London office but requires frequent travel to see clients and attend conferences.
The magazines are the largest international finance and hedge fund magazines respectively with BPA audited controlled circulation.

Who we're looking for
• The ideal candidate will have a background in financial media sales.
• Languages would be an advantage, specifically French and/or German.
• You will be a high performer with a proven track record of success with the ability to grow accounts and territories significantly.
• You will be a very polished presenter and comfortable interacting with senior executives.
• A good knowledge of the financial markets would be important with the ability to hold a conversation on many financial subjects including different kinds of securities and instruments.
• A tenacious, optimistic and indefatigable attitude are a must, combined with an ability to listen to the needs of clients and the markets creating new ideas for sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

About our client
Institutional Investor is part of a thriving FTSE 250 company based in central London. As a leading media group within the global finance sector they are continuing to grow consistently providing opportunities for individuals to develop with the company.
Institutional Investor is a leading international business to business publisher, focused primarily on international finance. The group publishes magazines, newsletters and journals as well as research, directories, books and maps. It also runs conferences, seminars and training courses and is a provider of electronic business information through its capital market databases and emerging markets information service with a global presence and great brand awareness.

What's on offer
Great earning potential, an uncapped commission structure benefits and international travel.

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 207 269 2592. Job Ref: 12991601
Your application will be sent to Antony Whetham.