Overview

Subscriptions & Retention Telephone Sales Executive
Based in Basildon
20-25 hours per week, Monday to Friday1:30 PM – 6:30 PM£18,000 OTE + Commission
Are you a driven and results-oriented telephone sales professional looking for an exciting new challenge? Do you thrive on connecting with people, handling objections with confidence, and closing deals that make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you!
At Newsquest Media, one of the UK’s leading publishers of local newspapers and magazines, we’re on the hunt for an experienced and persuasive sales executive to join our dynamic internal sales team. You’ll be responsible for re-engaging lapsed and casual readers, promoting our home delivery service, and ensuring our iconic publications continue reaching loyal subscribers.
What We’re Looking For
* Sales Expertise – Ideally, you have a background in telephone sales, preferably in subscriptions, publishing, or media.* Resilience & Persuasion – You enjoy a challenge, thrive on overcoming objections, and know how to turn a ‘maybe’ into a ‘yes’.* Great Communicator – You can build rapport effortlessly, have a strong general knowledge, and can adapt your approach to engage with a wide variety of customers.* Passion for Media – You understand the value of quality journalism and love promoting products that inform and inspire.
Why Join Us?
Exciting New Offices – Work in a modern, energetic environment in Basildon.Competitive Pay & Commission – A base salary with fantastic earning potential.Generous Holiday Allowance – 25 days plus bank holidays.Career Development – In-house training and ongoing support to help you grow.Exclusive Perks & Discounts – Enjoy great deals through our “Newsquest Benefits” platform.Secure Your Future – Workplace pension included.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sales career and work with a company that values your skills, ambition, and enthusiasm, apply today!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £16,000.00-£18,000.00 per year
Additional pay:

Commission pay

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Sales: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person