Account Executive

Full Time
London, UK
5 months ago

     

Global Savings Group (GSG) is Europe’s leading shopping rewards and recommendation company.

Our mission is to create rewarding moments for consumers and empower them to make the best shopping decisions in a smart, fair, and enjoyable way. To achieve that, we run market-leading platforms that provide our users with the best savings, cashback, deals, shopping inspiration, and trustworthy reviews from real users.

We have over 70 nationalities represented among 1000+ talented colleagues spanning 10 countries, welcoming very diverse backgrounds which range from tech enthusiasts to online marketers, key account managers, or editors.

With us, you will be able to work on projects with an international footprint, leaving your mark in the industry and becoming a true driver of change.

 

About this role:

We are looking for an Account Executive in London to join our Commercial team. The team focuses on the commercial side of the business, negotiating increased commissions, exclusive codes, and branded marketing campaign deals with global players like H&M, adidas, and Booking.com, as well as local SME brands.

Among many exciting challenges, you will:

  • Secure commercial opportunities for our retail partners to boost sales and increase revenue
  • Sell exposure and promotional packages on our UK domains
  • Conduct market research and onboard new partners (no cold-calling involved)
  • Develop SME brands
  • Work creatively with our partners to fulfill their immediate and wider business goals.
  • Presenting to affiliate managers and more senior contacts.
  • Prepare campaign reports and analysis for effective long-term growth.
  • Proactively managing partners in a transparent and professional manner.
  • Participate in wider project work as and when required.
  • Autonomously manage accounts under the guidance of the Head of Account Management.
  • Work strategically with the editorial team to promote brand partners.
  • Represent the company at industry events and any other additional duties as and when required.
  • You will also be expected to be present in the office for 2 days a week, usually Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Your Profile:

A successful candidate will possess the following:

  • BSc or MSc in Business Administration, Management, Marketing or similar.
  • Knowledge of the affiliate marketing industry.
  • An analytical mindset, data-driven decisions and sound business judgment.
  • Proven ability to work well under pressure, capable of problem-solving.
  • Good knowledge of the e-commerce sector.
  • Good partner relationship management and negotiation skills.
  • Detail-oriented and is able to take pride in the quality of their work.
  • Account management experience in the affiliate industry/marketing industry is a plus
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to solve unforeseen problems logically and strategically.
  • Intercultural awareness and the ability to work in a dynamic matrix organization.
  • Entrepreneurial, data driven decision making mentality and sound business judgment through analytical thinking.
  • Native-level English

 

Our Benefits:

  • A culture that cherishes your individual and professional development
  • An open-minded team that embraces new ideas, perspectives, and methodologies
  • 32 days of paid vacation + your birthday off
  • Flexible hybrid working scheme (2 days office/week) with the possibility of working from abroad for up to 6 weeks (Upon approval)
  • Learning budget + Internal trainings
  • Access to training and self-development learning platforms with up to 2.5 hours a week of your working hours
  • Mental Health Coaching
  • Global and Local get-togethers
  • Possibility of taking a sabbatical after 2 years in the company
  • Cloud-based company

*These are global benefits which every employee has access to. On top of that, we have local benefits that adhere to each specific location

 

Are you up for it?

We’re looking forward to receiving your CV in English.

At Global Savings Group, we want to ensure that all employees can thrive in an inclusive environment. Our employment opportunities are open to every gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation, ability, place of origin, or socioeconomic status. We remain committed to a culture of diversity, equity and belonging, where all employees are welcomed, respected, connected, and engaged. 

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