Client Partner

Who are we?  

Our portfolio includes some of Australia’s most iconic and trusted brands, including The Australian Women’s Weekly, ELLE, marie claire, New Idea, Australian House & Garden, Bounty Parents, Better Homes & Gardens and more!  

We are Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women! Every day we inform, inspire and connect with 9 in 10 Australian women through magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, vodcasts, events and experiences.  

What we can offer you 

• We welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate, depending on the needs of the business.  

• Additional paid leave, including a day off to celebrate your birthday, four days of volunteer leave each year, and inclusive leave provisions supporting reproductive, hormonal and wellbeing needs, as well as First Nations cultural and ceremonial commitments. 

• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks, plus a parenting gift pack, meal vouchers and return-to-work support. 

• Opportunities to grow and develop, with access to tailored learning pathways, mentoring, Lunch & Learns, our Digital Learning Academy and professional development support. 

• A comprehensive wellbeing program including EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, and a personalised online wellbeing portal with assessments, resources and lifestyle plans. 

• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including Fitness Passport memberships, discounted health insurance, beauty services, technology and a range of lifestyle offers through our benefits partner Flare. 

• A genuinely inclusive culture, supported through our BELONG @ Are program, where everyone is welcomed, valued and empowered to be their authentic selves. 

The Role 

As Client Partner, you’ll drive revenue growth across a portfolio of direct clients, media agencies and independent agency partners in Victoria. You’ll combine strategic relationship management with proactive business development, helping clients connect with millions of Australian women through Are Media’s trusted brands and omnichannel offering.

This is an opportunity to create integrated partnerships spanning print, digital, content, social, commerce, data and experiences delivering strong outcomes for clients while growing Are Media’s commercial impact.

What you'll be doing

• Managing and growing a portfolio of agency and direct client relationships across Are Media's print, digital, and social channels
• Developing tailored sales proposals and integrated media solutions that meet client objectives and deliver measurable results
• Collaborating with internal teams including creative solutions, data, and editorial to bring campaign ideas to life
• Create and execute account plans that strengthen retention, increase partnership value and deliver revenue targets.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline, providing accurate forecasting and insights into performance and market opportunities.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Demonstrated experience in media sales, account management, or a closely related commercial role
• A genuine understanding of the Australian media landscape, including digital and print advertising models
• Confidence building relationships with media agencies and brand-side marketers at multiple seniority levels
• Strong presentation and proposal-writing skills, with the ability to translate audience data into a compelling commercial story
• A track record of meeting revenue targets in a competitive sales environment
• Familiarity with Are Media's portfolio and the audiences its brands serve

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone, and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.  

If you would like to know more, please contact our People & Culture Team – [email protected]  

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.