A regional publisher which is already in the process of hiring 50 new journalists has announced it is to hire 50 new digital salespeople as well.Newsquest has annnounced the new recruitment drive as part of the ongoing expansion of its digital marketing operation.
The move follows on from the company’s announcement earlier this month of a £1.5m investment in 50 new digital local journalist roles across the UK.
The new sales consultant roles will be recruited under Newsquest’s LOCALiQ brand,www.localiq.co.uk, which specialises in helping small and medium-sized businesses grow their own digital presence through the group’s 150 news brands.
Newsqust chief executive Henry Faure Walker, pictured, said: “There is no doubt that Covid hasaccelerated the demand for local businesses wanting assistance and support in their digital marketing,and we’re really excited about the opportunity to help the businesses in our communities do thisthrough LOCALiQ.
“We look forward to welcoming new digital talent into our sales teams up and downthe country as we continue to build out this opportunity.”
The company says it welcomes flexible working with staff able to work from the office, home or a hybrid combination.
Potential applicants should go to www.newsquest.co.uk/careers or email Dawn Sweeney at [email protected].
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