Part-Time Subscriptions Sales Specialist

Newsquest; Basildon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - GBP 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK publishing company in Basildon is seeking a Subscription Telephone Sales Executive. This part-time role, 25 hours/week, focuses on customer communication regarding subscription benefits. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and interest in media. The position offers a range of benefits including holidays, career progression, and various perks like gym membership and retail discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

Holiday buy scheme

Structured career progression & ongoing training

Pension plan & mental health support

Gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care vouchers (£50 towards glasses)

Retail discounts

Team building days

Annual volunteer charity day

Qualifications

• Ideally, telephone or customer-facing experience in subscriptions, publishing, or media.
• Comfortable with challenges and skilled at turning interest into commitment.
• Able to build rapport easily and engage a wide range of customers.

Responsibilities

• Talking through subscription benefits with customers.
• Building rapport and maintaining a positive customer experience.
• Discussing promotional opportunities where appropriate.
• Ensuring customers get the best value from their subscriptions.
• Working effectively as part of a small team in a telephone-based environment.

Skills

Customer Expertise

Resilience and Persuasion

Great Communicator

Passion for Media

Job description

A leading UK publishing company in Basildon is seeking a Subscription Telephone Sales Executive. This part-time role, 25 hours/week, focuses on customer communication regarding subscription benefits. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and interest in media. The position offers a range of benefits including holidays, career progression, and various perks like gym membership and retail discounts.