LOCALiQ_UK
Inbound Sales Executive
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Application Deadline: 31 October 2026
Department: Sales and Commercial
Location: Bournemouth
Compensation: £16,000 / year
Description
Join LOCALiQ and make an impact in local media.
Looking for a part-time role where you can put your communication skills to good use and earn commission on top of your basic salary?
LOCALiQ, part of Newsquest Media Group, is looking for a motivated and customer-focused Inbound Sales Advisor to join our team. You'll be the first point of contact for businesses interested in advertising with some of the region's most trusted local news brands, helping them find the right solutions to promote and grow their business.
This is a telephone-based role focused on handling inbound enquiries from businesses that have already shown an interest in our products and services. You'll take the time to understand their goals, explain the options available, and recommend advertising solutions from our digital and print portfolio.
Whether you're an experienced salesperson, have a strong background in customer service, or are looking to develop your commercial skills, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
This is a part-time position, working Monday to Friday during office hours. To be considered, you'll need to be based within commuting distance of the office and be able to work 22.5 hours a week
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Key Responsibilities
- Handle inbound calls and enquiries from businesses looking to advertise with LOCALiQ.
- Understand customer needs and recommend suitable digital and print advertising solutions.
- Convert inbound enquiries into sales opportunities and new customers.
- Follow up on warm leads and customer enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Manage customer relationships from initial enquiry through to sale.
- Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell additional products and services.
- Work towards individual sales targets and team objectives.
- Keep accurate records of customer interactions and sales activity.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure a smooth customer experience.
- Represent LOCALiQ professionally while delivering exceptional customer service.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Comfortable speaking to customers over the phone and building rapport quickly.
- A customer-focused approach with the ability to understand needs and recommend solutions.
- Previous experience in sales, customer service, account management, or a similar customer-facing role would be beneficial.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working towards targets and KPIs.
- Confident using computer systems and managing customer records.
- Experience within media, advertising, retail, telesales, contact centre, or customer service environments is advantageous but not essential.
- Able to commute to the office and work scheduled part-time hours.
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Job Benefits
- Competitive salary + uncapped commission
- Pro rata holiday + bank holidays
- Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
- Structured career progression & ongoing training
- Pension plan
- Employee Helpline counselling and advice
- Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
- Team building days & annual volunteer charity day
Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities. As part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.
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