Brands: Hotel Designs & SPACE Magazine (Forum Events & Media portfolio) 

Location: Hybrid (Hertford-based office + remote flexibility) 

Reports to: Publisher 

About the Brands 

Hotel Designs is a leading international hotel design media platform, delivering daily news, insight, and inspiration to architects, designers, and hospitality professionals worldwide. SPACE Magazine is a premium print publication exploring architecture, interiors, and innovation across the hospitality sector. 

Together, the brands offer integrated digital, print, and live-event platforms that connect design-led businesses with highly engaged, senior audiences. 

Role Overview 

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Senior Media Sales Manager to drive advertising, sponsorship, and partnership revenue across Hotel Designs and SPACE Magazine. 

This is a senior, hands-on sales role focused on new business development, revenue growth, and account expansion.  

You will take ownership of sales targets, develop high-value client relationships, and sell integrated media solutions across digital, print, and events, working closely with editorial, marketing, and events teams to deliver commercially successful campaigns. 

Key Responsibilities 

Sales & Business Development 

• Own and deliver individual and brand-level sales targets across digital, print, and event sponsorship 
• Proactively identify, pitch, and close new business opportunities with suppliers, design brands, PR agencies, and hospitality groups 
• Develop tailored, multi-platform proposals that align client objectives with brand audiences 

Account Growth & Relationship Management 

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, with a focus on repeat business and long-term partnerships 
• Upsell and cross-sell advertising, branded content, newsletters, and event sponsorship 
• Act as a trusted commercial contact for senior client stakeholders 

Event & Sponsorship Sales 

• Lead sales for Hotel Designs’ programme of bespoke events, including roundtables, panel discussions, and live experiences 
• Secure sponsorships and partnerships that deliver clear ROI for clients and revenue growth for the brands 

Collaboration & Campaign Delivery 

• Work closely with editorial and marketing teams to shape commercially viable content-led campaigns 
• Ensure smooth campaign delivery and strong client satisfaction 
• Identify opportunities to improve products, packages, and sales materials based on client feedback 

Pipeline Management & Reporting 

• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and forecasting via CRM  
• Track performance against KPIs and revenue targets 
• Provide regular sales updates and insights to the Publisher 

Industry Engagement 

• Represent the brands at industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities 
• Build a strong personal network within the design, architecture, and hospitality sectors 

Skills & Experience 

• Proven success in senior B2B media sales or partnerships roles 
• Strong track record of new business development and revenue growth 
• Experience selling integrated media solutions across digital, print, and events 
• Confident negotiator with excellent presentation and closing skills 
• Commercially focused, target-driven, and self-motivated 
• CRM and pipeline management experience (Workbooks or similar) 
• Genuine interest in design, architecture, hospitality, and creative industries 

What We Offer 

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission 
• Hybrid working model with flexibility 
• Opportunity to work with two highly respected media brands 
• Autonomy to drive sales performance and shape client relationships 
• Access to industry events and a strong professional network 
• Supportive, collaborative team environment