Account Director, B2B Tech

Future is a global, multi-platform media company and leading digital publisher, with scalable brands and diversified revenue streams. We are dedicated to connecting over 300 million people worldwide with their passions through expert content, world-class events, and cutting-edge proprietary technology. We have big ambitions to transform media and change people’s lives.

Future's B2B division is growing and seeking an Advertising Account Director to become a market development leader working across two tech-focused verticals - K-12 Education Tech (Tech & Learning) and Consumer Tech Retail (TWICE).

What you'll be doing…

As Account Director, you'll be focused on developing business from agencies and clients supplying products and services specific to these B2B markets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to help drive the future of well-respected, long-established brands.

You'll be responsible for managing and developing a sales territory and working all phases of the sales cycle, from prospecting to closing to renewing and growing accounts. Successful candidates will have a strong desire to learn, have account management skills, and knowledge of some of the diverse portfolio of advertising and marketing solutions Future offers including event sponsorship, digital and print advertising, content marketing, social media targeting and lead gen.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve…

• Related work and client-facing experience, ideally in either the K-12 or consumer tech retail industries.
• Knowledge of events, online & print advertising terms, sales process, and sales flow.
• Passion for/interest in connecting buyers and sellers in effective and creative ways.
• Solid experience in Google Suite or MS Office, including spreadsheets and pitch decks/presentations.
• SalesForce experience.
• Ability to travel for industry events and customer visits.

What's in it for you…

We have a number of awesome perks available to our staff. We offer huge opportunities to learn and develop, whether through professional qualifications, exposure to incredible business projects or informal lunch & learns, hosted by your colleagues. We have a fantastic culture where we really do care about our people and want everyone to succeed. Varied roles mean you’re not pigeonholed into one finite area but get the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and experience.

Additional benefits include health Insurance; ranging from medical to dental and even vision care,

401k match and monthly munchies, bagel Fridays, fresh fruit & snacks and coffee and tea on tap.

And to top it all off, not only do we offer unlimited holiday because we trust you to manage your workload and time but we also offer a share in our success whereby every member of staff receives a profit pool bonus at the end of our financial year.

Internal job family level C6.

Please note, the salary range for this position is $63,000 - $87,000 + commission.

Who are we…

We’re Future. We’re 3000+ colleagues over 250+ brands speaking to 400 million people every month across the globe through websites, events and magazines. We’ve got ambitious plans that build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities and we’re looking for talented people who want to be a part of it.

Want to know more… https://youtu.be/xxfSvjPuZd

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We have a voice and we’re going to use it. We promote diversity and inclusion not just in our recruitment processes, but everything we do. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we will continue to ensure our recruitment process is free of bias and our workplaces are inclusive, positive, free of discrimination and respecting of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our culture is underpinned by our values and employees - current and future - are treated with respect and fairness. Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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