Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

OVERVIEW

CNBC have an exciting 12-month FTC opportunity to join as Account Director within the Ad Sales business. We are looking for a strong Account Director to join our International Ad Sales team. As an Account Director, you will be responsible for revenue goals, which include growing existing business as well as developing new business. This role is based in London but must be willing to work across time zones with key stakeholders in APAC.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work closely with int’l sales team to understand client briefs and provide recommended approach for EMEA campaigns.Lead ideation, implementation, and execution for int’l clients.Act as a first point of contact for int’l sales team across EMEACollect and share marketplace feedback to guide our account prospecting strategy.Support and work with the national and local sales teams on pre-sale research, pitch process and collateral.Sales lead on international team that is dedicated to drive EMEA revenue in partnership with int’l teams across CNBC International.Serve as subject matter expert on EMEA media trends, best practices, ad technologies, and CNBC specific capabilities.Work and collaborate with a diverse group of internal cross-functional teams across Pricing & Planning, Insights & Measurement, Marketing and Strategy.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS         

Minimum 7 years of media experienceBachelor’s degreeDeep knowledge of CNBC and ability to leverage relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.Proactive attitude with excellent project management, organizational, and consultative skills.Proven team player with the ability to take on different assignments/projects in a timely mannerDemonstrated strong interpersonal, communication, client relation and organizational skills.Proven ability to work and analyze numeric data.Proven ability to alternate from detailed work to client interaction seamlessly.Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at the senior level.Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, and Excel.High attention to detail and very organized.

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.