Join Monocle’s growing international commercial team and accelerate your sales career.
About Monocle
Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more besides. Launched in London in 2007, the business has blossomed to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events as well as thriving retail stores, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux and shops in Zürich, Tokyo, Merano and Hong Kong we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience.
About the role
The commercial team collaborates with both new and established globally recognised clients who share Monocle’s dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and storytelling. We are a driven team, focused on creating distinctive and effective multi-platform content that reflects Monocle’s ethos of excellence and global perspective.
The advertising account co-ordinator will work closely with our Zürich-based development and partnerships director, focusing on the Germany, Switzerland and Austria (GSA) region, while also providing support across the broader APAC region. The role will provide support across all aspects of the sales lifecycle and include market research and client outreach, preparation of sales kit materials and co-ordination of and contribution to client proposals.
You will also interact with our clients, agency partners and be an integral part of the commercial team. Critical to your success will be your passion for luxury and premium markets and your ambition to pursue a career in media sales.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
-Confident and articulate communication skills, in person and with a diverse range of stakeholders
-The ability to build rapport and nurture trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and agency partners
-The ability to independently undertake research, identify opportunities and contribute to generating new business
-Strong all-around organisational and documentation skills, including using the Google, Microsoft and Apple suites
-Fluency in English and German
We value collaboration and interaction with our colleagues and our clients. We work on unique, global projects alongside our enormously talented international team. This role is based in our Zürich office and will involve some international travel.
Our team is ambitious, talented, professional and committed to excellence in everything they do. If you are keen to join us, please apply with your CV and cover letter to Anna Lyman, recruitment and talent director at al@monocle.com.
Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in Switzerland.
