Emma Taylor

• Managed and Serviced top tier 1 & 2 agency groups across The Consortium & Independent Agencies.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with various departments across News to maximise efficiency of operations and obtain best client outcomes.
• Negotiated contract terms on behalf of the agency through skilled communication techniques combined with thorough knowledge of both company and client objectives.
• Managed key clients to retain existing relationships and grow News Corps share of business.
• Consistently met and exceeded sales target across each Financial Year.
• Responsible for creating solutions across the News Corp network, including content development and digital media, with a focus on programmatic advertising
• Responsible for managing and mentoring multiple client executives to enhance their performance and foster professional growth.

Key Achievements

• Pacesetter of the Year 2023 - Pace Setters is a national recognition program for National Sales. Being a Pace Setter of the Year is the highest accolade a salesperson can achieve each year at News Corp
• Digital Achiever of the Year 2023- Highest digital percentage of sales in the company for National Sales category - Achieved 175% to target.
• Agency Sales Person of the Year (achieved 160% to target)
• Qualified for Pacesetter for 2021, 22, 23.
• Nominated and endorsed by News Corp for B+T 30 under 30 2023
• Travelled to News UK for additional study opportunities, met with senior stakeholders and attended Adweek 2023 Europe.

• Provide administrative support to the sales team to enable them to achieve their targets
• Manage Salesforce opportunity creation and assist the Sales Managers with pipeline management
• Put together detailed post campaign reports for clients and specified campaigns to demonstrate ROI
• Conduct daily layouts and reviews of contract clients to ensure their ads fall within their contracted parameters

• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.

• Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
• Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

• Analyzed performance metrics to assess the
• Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
• Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.

• Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.