Executive Sales Director

About the role

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 Hearst’s most dynamic categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business development while expanding and deepening existing financial services partnerships
• Lead strategic, insight-driven sales initiatives across Hearst’s full portfolio of print, digital, and social platforms
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level clients and agency partners across the Eastern region
• 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

• 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

• 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.

Pay

The base salary for this role is between $168,000 and $204,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands.

Schedule

The role requires an in-office presence in New York City four days per week.