Job Title: Senior Account Executive

Department: Advertising

Function: Sales

Reporting to: Head of Agency and Key Client Sales

Location: Dublin

Type: Full time; Permanent; Hybrid.

Who We Are

We are an International Media Group with a commanding presence in Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland, Germany, and Luxembourg. As a publisher, we believe unconditionally in independent journalism and strong and relevant media that makes a positive contribution to people and society. With more than 30 news brands across 5 countries, we bring information to the world, provide clarity on the global agenda, and positively contribute to people and society.

Our brands are at the heart of society: they inform, represent, and unify their readers. Our independent and outstanding journalism enables readers to form objective opinions on subjects which are important for themselves or society. This enables people to make informed decisions and balanced choices.

We are home to a growing suite of high‑impact digital brands and verticals, including:

*         Indo Daily – one of Ireland’s most‑listened‑to news and current‑affairs podcasts, offering deep dives, expert interviews and fast‑turnaround analysis.

*         Indo Sport with Joe Molloy – a leading digital sports destination covering football, GAA, rugby, and major global events with real‑time updates, expert opinion and multimedia coverage.

*         Crime World – a hugely popular investigative podcast and digital franchise exploring organised crime, policing, and criminal justice with strong audience loyalty.

Across premium digital display, video, audio, data‑driven advertising, branded content and sponsorships, Mediahuis provides advertisers with brand‑safe, scalable and impactful ways to reach audiences who trust and engage with our journalism.

Role Purpose

We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our Agency & Key Client Sales team. This role is ideal for someone with 1–3 years of experience in media sales or agency account management who is looking to take the next step in their career by working with Ireland’s largest news publisher.

You’ll support and grow a portfolio of Irish media agencies, helping them deliver results for clients through the full Mediahuis product suite, with a strong focus on Independent.ie premium digital formats, first‑party data solutions, branded content, and high‑impact cross‑platform campaigns.

This is a client‑facing role with plenty of autonomy, exposure to major brands, and the opportunity to learn from an experienced senior sales team.

Role Responsibilities (overview)

Sales, both reactive response to brief and proactive pitching to new business:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of agency accounts, building strong working relationships across planning and buying teams.

• Respond to briefs with well thought out proposals that leverage Mediahuis’ full ecosystem.

• Work towards quarterly and yearly revenue targets through proactive outreach, consistent pipeline management, and creative solution selling.

• Monitor campaign performance and help agencies understand results, insights, and optimisation opportunities to drive repeat business.

Collaboration Across the Business:

• Work closely with Ad Operations, Creative, Data & Insights, Editorial Partnerships, and Product teams to deliver smooth, effective campaigns.

• Champion Mediahuis’ brands internally and externally, helping agencies understand the strength of Independent.ie, our national titles, and our uniquely strong regional footprint.

Market Knowledge & Commercial Awareness:

• Stay informed on trends across digital advertising, audience behaviour, news media, and agency market dynamics.

• Provide feedback to product and commercial leadership based on agency needs and competitive insights.

Experience & Qualifications (Minimum Experience & Essential Knowledge)

• 1–3 years’ experience in an agency‑facing sales role, media sales team, or media agency planning/buying desk.

• A naturally curious, commercially minded person who enjoys problem‑solving and finding smart ways to meet client needs.

• Strong communication and presentation skills; confident speaking to planners and buyers.

• Ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• A collaborative team player who is eager to learn, grow, and build a long‑term sales career.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong networking, influencing & communication skills

• Ability to think creatively and strategically

• Organisation & time management skills

• Active listening skills

• Creative and analytical thinking

• Self-motivation

• Proactive and strong initiative

• Strong attention to detail

Benefits

Hybrid Working arrangements

Competitive Salary

Pension contribution after 6 months

25 Days holidays

Access to learning and development programmes

Free employee assistance programme

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Mediahuis Ireland values the enrichment that comes from a diverse workforce and seeks to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the rights of each individual. We are committed to fostering an environment of equality, diversity and inclusion in our organisation and welcome applications from all individuals. Additionally, we can make reasonable accommodations for a person with a disability during the recruitment process.

Mediahuis Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.