Since 2014, Acast has been creating the world’s most valuable podcast marketplace, building the technology which connects podcast creators, advertisers and listeners.

Its marketplace spans more than 100,000 podcasts, 2,300 advertisers and 400 million monthly listens. Crucially, those listens are monetized wherever they happen - across any podcasting app or other listening platform.

The company operates worldwide and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Acast is listed on the Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market (ACAST.ST)

We are looking for a Key Account Director to join our sales team based in London. We are looking for a confident and tenacious individual to help manage a portfolio of media agencies and clients driving revenue into our business. This role is ideal for a proven salesperson who has a passion for podcasts and media trends, experience in a fast-moving media environment, and confidence to present and build relationships. This is an amazing opportunity to join one of the most pioneering companies, in one of the fastest growing mediums.

You will be tasked with growing revenues selling to media agencies and clients over various products such as Audio Ads, Sponsorships & Branded Content. You should have good business acumen and a provable ability to work towards your goals. You will work closely with all parts of the business - from content and marketing to legal and strategy.

• Deliver and exceed quarterly and annual sales targets

• Use your extensive sales skills and contacts to sell ads, sponsorship & branded content as well as potential elements such as social, live and online solutions across multiple markets

•Collaborate with other European offices and liaise with Ad Ops, Planning & Sales to ensure effective sales collateral and a strong communication strategy for agency teams & clients

•Play an active part in all parts of the business - Content, marketing, finance and strategy

You have experience of working in a fast-paced media environment, ideally with 7+ years of experience in sales and media. You are confident at presenting excel at building relationships and you have a great passion for brand storytelling & advertising. Ideally you are passionate about podcasts, and confident in your ability to talk about them in market.

Acast is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or any of the other wonderful characteristics that make us different.

Culture is our number one priority as a business. We believe people come first, and we work every day to enable autonomy, continuous improvement and bring out the best in people. We’re global and have remote teams, so it’s even more important that we strive for an open, inclusive and caring environment where everyone feels visible and welcome. We consider ourselves a modern organization driven by strong values to create the best, most fulfilling and nurturing culture.

We very much look forward to finding the next great person to join our cause!