Total Politics Group
Account Executive, Political Engagement
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About the Role
Total Politics’ Political Engagement unit is looking for a new Account Executive in our sales team to research partnership opportunities, win new business, and manage client relations across our unique portfolio of political media platforms and events.
Total Politics Group publishes The House magazine, Parliament’s own publication; PoliticsHome, the UK’s most popular political news site; and ConservativeHome, the leading conservative news site in the UK. We also produce award-winning events programmes in Westminster and across the Party Conferences; and sell advertising across our own sites plus Labour List, as part of a fast-growing media and events business.
The successful candidate will use their understanding of the media industry and/or political landscape to win new clients, develop existing relationships, and generate new revenues, in an environment that offers an unparalleled opportunity for up-close involvement in Westminster politics.
Responsibilities
- Work across our portfolio of market-leading political media and events platforms to secure new business opportunities from new and existing clients.
- Evaluate and research current developments in Parliamentary and Government business and across Committee submissions to identify business opportunities and client challenges.
- Develop and engage a network of public affairs prospects, in-house and in agencies.
- Meet and exceed individual and team revenue targets.
- Liaise and work collaboratively with Total Politics Group media, production, and events departments, to create and deliver client campaigns to a high standard.
- Update and maintain company systems as appropriate (CRM, production schedules, etc.).
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Experience
- Knowledge of and interest in politics and political institutions.
- Public affairs and/or sales and client management experience desirable.
- Experience with sponsorship or digital sales beneficial but not essential.
- Experience of working in a role with targets and KPIs.
- Degree level education beneficial but not essential.
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Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Life assurance of 4x salary
- Season Ticket Loan
- Employee Assistance Programme
Equal Opportunities
At Total Politics Group, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, identities, and experiences, particularly those from groups that are typically underrepresented. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please submit your application via our Company Careers Page.
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