Job Description

Hybrid (Herne Hill, 3 days in office)

The salary is up to 32,000 (DOE) plus circa 10,000 uncapped commission and company benefits.


Drive media sales and grow client partnerships across our education portfolio.


Are you motivated by sales success and excited to make an impact across education brands? Join us as a

Senior Sales Executive

on our education portfolio and help drive growth across our sector leading brands

Nursery World and

Children & Young People Now. You'll combine commercial flair, relationship building, and a proactive approach to deliver results that connect professionals and support communities making a difference in children's lives.

As a

Senior Sales Executive, you will:

Generate new business across the two leading brands, focussing on digital and content led marketing, print, events and awards. Manage and grow existing client accounts, building strong and lasting relationships. Spot opportunities to create tailored solutions that meet client needs. Keep on top of market trends and competitor activity to stay ahead.

What we are looking for

Must-haves:

Drive and ambition to build an impactful career in media sales. Confidence in engaging with clients at all levels, from small businesses to industry leading organisations. A proactive mindset with the determination to exceed targets and take on new challenges. Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects. Willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-moving media environment. A can-do attitude, adaptability, and genuine enthusiasm for selling across different platforms. Successful sales experience in a business development, new business, sales and account management role.

Nice-to-haves:

An interest in the education or children's services sector. Experience selling multi-platform solutions (print, digital, events, or awards).
If you don't tick every box but bring transferable skills and fresh thinking, we'd still love to hear from you.

Why join us?

Work in a hybrid environment next to Brockwell Park in our office in Herne Hill, with your team for three days. Access tailored mentorship, training, and development opportunities. Contribute to initiatives that shape industries and audiences. Thrive in a culture rooted in passion, creativity, fairness, and growth.

How to apply

Send your application.

Include a short video introduction (optional). Provide a recommendation/reference (optional).

Right to Work:

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

Our commitment to diversity

We value diverse perspectives. Even if your background isn't a perfect match, if you're excited by the

mission/industry,

we want to hear from you.

About Us

For more than 40 years, Mark Allen Group has been shaping industries and connecting communities worldwide. From healthcare and education to agriculture, tech, and critical communications, our events and media give professionals the insights and connections they need to make a difference. We're passionate about fresh ideas, champion fairness and creativity, and support our people to grow, explore, and succeed.


We use technology to screen for AI-generated applications to ensure a fair, human-led process. Please apply in your own words so we can get to know the real you.



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Our divisions
MA Education & Music
Locations
London Office
Remote status
Hybrid
Yearly salary
32,000
Employment type
Full-time