Job description
Who are we and what do we do?
Yandell Publishing is a successful family business celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026.
We produce a media portfolio of high quality market-leading magazines, directories and annuals, plus websites and fantastic events that continue to provide must attend opportunities for networking and brand promotion. The company remains ambitious for growth, never stays still, and places a very high value on staff retention and development.
Our media markets cover the group travel and tourism sectors, plus the school travel / education sector, and the food industry. Our friendly sales team is responsible for helping our advertisers, sponsors, exhibitors and customers market themselves through our various portfolio platforms, and they advise clients about delivering creative strategies that help build brands, support marketing campaigns and deliver audience engagement. A high level of repeat business over decades from some of the biggest brands around testifies to the portfolios’ leading position across the sectors we serve.
About this role
As Media Sales Executive on our school travel portfolio you will promote our advertising and marketing solutions to existing clients and potential clients, always being on the lookout for new business. You will help agree and arrange marketing campaigns, advertising strategies and one-off business by talking to clients by telephone, supported by email, social media and video calls. This is normally an office-based role in Milton Keynes, but some flexible working options in relation to starting and finishing times are available. You will be listening to the needs of our clients and creating appealing solutions for them, all the way from pitch to completion. Therefore, a self-motivated pro-active and confident approach is essential.
About you
If you want to change events and not just record them, if you are energetic and have bags of enthusiasm, if you are self-motivated and can operate as an individual and in a team situation, you may have what it takes to join the Yandell Publishing sales team.
Advertising and commercial experience within media and events, or a background in a general sales environment will be a definite bonus, but a winning personality and a can-do attitude coupled with great communication skills, and a willingness to learn and develop are the main criteria we are looking for.
We encourage you to do the phone screening task which we have added to the Indeed application process for this role. It helps with our shortlisting and allows you to quickly demonstrate your phone skills and personality - stand out from the crowd!
What can we offer?
As a family business Yandell Publishing has a brilliant team of 24 friendly people and you’ll be joining a talented and welcoming group of professionals. We have many in our team of colleagues who have worked with us for 10, 20 and even 30 years plus. You can therefore look forward to learning from experienced media professionals and benefitting from the support and opportunity to maximise your skills and develop your career.
A good basic salary is offered plus additional bonus and commission opportunities, which means strong potential earnings, with no limits imposed.
We have a generous holiday package on top of public holidays, an early finish on Fridays, flexible working times by arrangement, and enjoyable staff socials.
So, if you’re ready to work hard and have fun, and make a real difference to our business within a busy and fast moving environment, then apply today. And naturally if you have any questions let us know.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£31,000.00 basic per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
Compensation package:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
Schedule:
Reference ID: SalesJune2026
Pay: £28,000.00-£31,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you have prior phone sales experience
Experience:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
