Were Hiring! Join Our Team as Media Sales Manager
Location: Belfast
Reporting to: Managing Director
Penton Media Group is proudly celebrating 32 years as Northern Irelands leading independent magazine, exhibitions and events company, and were growing again.
Join a Small, Ambitious Media Team
Youll be part of a close-knit team where collaboration is key. In this role, youll work directly alongside the Editor of Licensed & Catering News (LCN), shaping and growing one of the industrys most respected brands.
Our media platforms include digital magazines, weekly e-newsletters and Gala Awards Dinners, giving you a wide range of assets to sell and develop.
We are now recruiting a Media Sales Manager for Licensed & Catering News (est. 1940), the leading business magazine for the Hospitality Industry and the authoritative voice of the trade.
This is a hands-on, exciting position with lots of room to grow, ideal for someone energetic, ambitious and ready to build their career in media.
What Youll Be Responsible For
- Digital magazine
- Online and website revenue
- Awards sponsorship packages
Your Role
You will:
- Take ownership of annual advertising and sponsorship targets
- Drive revenue across digital, print and events
- Seek out new business opportunities in core and emerging markets
- Build strong relationships with clients and partners
- Produce standout proposals and client communications
- Bring creative commercial ideas to the table
- Deliver confident client presentations
- Contribute to Penton Media Groups wider business strategy
- Stay tuned into media, advertising and business trends
- Sell over the phone and face-to-face
- Support, motivate and coach members of the wider sales team
Because this role involves regular client meetings, industry events and off-site visits, a full driving licence is essential.
What Youll Bring
- 3+ years experience in media sales or a fast-paced direct sales environment
- A proven track record in new business development
- Strong presentation and reporting skills
- An enthusiastic, proactive and creative approach
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- A drive to grow, learn and progress quickly
Were looking for someone with energy, ambition and a passion for media; someone whos excited to take ownership of a respected brand and grow with it.
What We Offer
- Salary up to £53k p.a.
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Continuous professional training
- Flexible hybrid working
- A supportive, close-knit team where your ideas genuinely matter
Ready to take the next step in your media career?
Send your CV to:
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
Closing date for Applications: 12th February 2026

