Executive Sales Director

Be Part of Whats Next

Drive the future of financial services marketing by connecting leading brands with powerful multi-platform storytelling. This is your opportunity to shape high-impact partnerships and unlock growth across one of Hearsts most dynamic categories.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us)

Hearst Magazines is one of the worlds largest publishers of trusted premium content with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands including Cosmopolitan ELLE Esquire Good Housekeeping Harpers BAZAAR Mens Health Popular Mechanics and Oprah Daily. We reach a global audience through print digital video and social platforms creating meaningful connections between audiences and advertisers.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Drive new business development while expanding and deepening existing financial services partnerships

• Lead strategic insight-driven sales initiatives across Hearsts full portfolio of print digital and social platforms

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level clients and agency partners across the Eastern region

• Develop and execute integrated sales strategies that align with client goals and deliver measurable results

• Create and deliver compelling presentations that translate market insights into revenue-generating opportunities

• Manage sales pipelines forecasts and proposals with a high degree of accuracy and organization

• Consistently meet and exceed revenue targets in a competitive fast-paced environment

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to bring innovative ideas and campaigns to life

Qualifications (What Were Looking For)

• 8 years of experience in media sales with a strong focus on financial services accounts or equivalent experience

• Proven track record of building and growing client relationships and exceeding revenue goals

• Established relationships with key financial services clients and agency partners

• Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate client needs into integrated solutions

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Self-motivated and results-driven with the ability to thrive in a dynamic evolving media landscape

• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to partner across teams and functions

• Ability to work in a hybrid model with in-office presence in New York City four days per week

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media advertising tech fashion lifestyle and publishing shaping the future of these dynamic industries.

• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.

• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.

• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance from Day 1.

• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $168000 and $204000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors such as transferable skills work experience business needs and market demands.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.