Senior Account Executive, Local Sales

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Be at the forefront of one of the most exciting and ever-changing industries. On the Bell Media team you will be a part of creating and delivering the best Canadian and international content across digital media, television, radio and out-of-home advertising platforms. You’ll join a team of passionate and driven innovators, who are breaking barriers and expanding the reach of Canada’s most-loved entertainment.

At Bell Media, you’ll redefine digital connections and pioneer next-generation services, propelling us to reach new heights, unlock untapped potential and expand horizons for our customers.

Summary

The successful candidate will be a confident salesperson responsible for developing and maintaining advertising client direct relationships to sell  integrated sales proposals for Audio, Video, Digital and Out of Home. 

This position will manage an existing portfolio of accounts in Edmonton, Alberta focusing on Virgin and The Bear local radio stations, CTV Edmonton as well as concentrate on the development of new business within Bell Media’s multi-platform properties including Out of Home and Digital.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and maintain advertising direct client contacts.
• Provide exceptional customer service by proactively building and managing client relationships.
• Presenting and selling business solutions with a multi-media platform focus to new and existing accounts.
• “Super Serve” all accounts with the utmost of integrity and professionalism, with the goal to assist them with achieving results and moving their business forward.
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets and co-ordinate internally with our local and regional sales teams.
• Participate in weekly meetings as required, and provide weekly sales planning and reporting as required. 
• Liaise effectively with all sales support functions, including Sales Assistants, Production, Promotions, Programming, Traffic, Creative, Digital and Out of Home.
• Participate in industry and community activities related to the position.
• Work with the company’s core values of Integrity, Creativity, Respect, and Teamwork. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Critical Qualifications

• Post secondary education in Sales or Marketing, or a related field is a definite asset.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a sales related field in a similar size market, with a proven track record of achievement and increasing sales. 
• Strong presentation and negotiating skills combined with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work under pressure of deadlines and last minutes revisions.
• Demonstrated success in handling and influencing key decision makers with a highly developed client service focus.
• Possess strategic skills for prospecting and handling a high volume of cold calling. 
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Practical computer knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Preferred qualification experience working with Sales Force, Lens, Wide Orbit, IBMS, S.A.M. platform and Apropo.
• Must demonstrate high energy, enthusiasm, motivation and confidence.
• Valid drivers license and clean abstract.

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. 

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management
Job Status:  Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Alberta : Edmonton
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 06/11/2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week.  Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role.  Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners. 

At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong.

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