Freelance Sales Representative / Agent

About the job

Les Éditions Côte SA operates in the prestigious world of high-end publishing and communication. Through its magazine, the company collaborates with major luxury houses and brands, offering its partners privileged visibility with a discerning clientele and a network of professionals.

As part of our commercial development, we are looking for a Passionate Independent Sales Agent with a strong interest in the luxury sector, excellent interpersonal skills, and motivated by commercial challenges.

We seek a person with perfect knowledge of Geneva, its attractions and network, whether native to the city or having lived there for several years, passionate about the luxury and media world, ready to take on new challenges in a prestigious environment.

Professional Experience:

Advertising: Solid knowledge of the Swiss advertising market (print and online), particularly in Geneva and its surroundings.

Agency Network: Proven experience collaborating with media agencies and influential sector players.

Sales: Minimum 3 years’ experience in selling advertising or media products (press, digital, events), ideally in the luxury sector.

Target Sectors: Experience or good knowledge of luxury, watchmaking, jewellery, fashion, gastronomy, hospitality, finance sectors.

Skills and Network:

Strong network of contacts in luxury, watchmaking, fashion, and finance sectors.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to represent our brand in high-end circles.

Pleasant personality, respectful of luxury sector codes, with a courteous attitude.

Great adaptability and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in Geneva, Zurich and Lugano.

Objectives and Development:

Skills in identifying business opportunities and developing a client portfolio in targeted sectors.

Negotiation and sales strategy skills, focusing on sustainable partnerships.

Development and management of a proprietary client portfolio in French-speaking Switzerland, in coordination with the existing sales team and respecting the magazine’s image and values.

Professionalism and enthusiasm for the luxury and media sectors, with strong motivation to achieve ambitious goals.

Mobility and Collaboration:

Based in Geneva with excellent understanding of the local market.

Availability to occasionally attend meetings, sales appointments and events organised in Geneva.

Regular collaboration with the sales team based in Geneva, notably for coordinating portfolios, prospects and business opportunities.

Collaboration with editorial, graphic and digital teams to ensure client follow-up and proper project implementation.

Languages:

Native French speaker

Excellent command of English, German is a plus.

Application Information

If you are passionate about luxury, communication and commercial development, and wish to contribute to the prominence of COTE Magazine, we would be delighted to receive your application. Join us to be part of a unique and rewarding adventure in the Swiss market.