Trader - London

As a Trader at Clear Channel, your responsibilities will include collaborating with the Agency Sales Team, responding accurately to client briefs, and working closely with Campaign Planning and Revenue Management. You'll also need to prioritize individual client requirements while supporting fellow Traders and Trading Managers in achieving broader company goals.

Candidates for the Trader role at Clear Channel should possess strong media sales experience, ideally in a trading or commercial setting. Furthermore, excellent communication skills, the ability to remain organized and manage multiple briefs, and a strategic approach to challenges are essential qualifications.

At Clear Channel, teamwork is at the heart of what we do. As a Trader, you will collaborate closely with Agency Sales colleagues, being supportive and proactive in your approach. The company encourages Traders to be influential and role model behaviors that enhance collaboration and teamwork, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Traders at Clear Channel enjoy an array of benefits including flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary with commission structure, generous holiday allowance of 33 paid days, and contributions to a company pension scheme. Additional perks like healthcare cash plans and charity volunteer days are also offered, making it a great place to work!

Clear Channel values work-life balance and offers flexible working options, allowing Traders the freedom to manage their personal and professional commitments. With a hybrid working setup and generous paid holiday days, the company is dedicated to supporting its employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance.

In your response, focus on specific roles you've held in media sales, perhaps discussing particular campaigns you've managed and the results achieved. Emphasize your understanding of trading dynamics and operations, demonstrating how your background equips you for success in the Trader role at Clear Channel.

Describe your approach to organization, such as using scheduling tools or prioritization matrices. Showcase your ability to assess urgency and impact, and how you've successfully managed competing priorities to meet client needs, particularly in a fast-paced trading environment.

Talk about your methods of establishing rapport and trust with clients, such as regular communication, promptly addressing concerns, and being proactive in identifying opportunities for value. Highlight specific instances where you've strengthened client relationships that led to successful outcomes.

Share an example of a challenging situation you've faced in trading or media sales, detailing your thought process and the strategies you employed to navigate it. Emphasize your ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt strategies as necessary.

Discuss a specific instance where your collaboration with a sales team led to a measurable success, detailing your contributions. Highlight the importance of communication, shared goals, and alignment to achieve a solid outcome.

Demonstrate your understanding of Clear Channel’s commitment to inclusivity, community, and employee value. Cite their dedication to fairness and how you align with these values personally, indicating that you would thrive in their culture.

Provide an example where you utilized data analysis to inform strategic decisions related to trading or media sales, discussing the tools you used and the resulting impact on campaigns or client satisfaction.

Mention specific resources or practices you follow, such as industry reports, networking with peers, or participating in professional groups. Highlight the importance of being informed to anticipate market changes and drive effective strategies.

Describe your steps in addressing client dissatisfaction, including empathetic listening, gathering feedback, offering solutions, and working collaboratively to adjust the campaign. Emphasize your commitment to maintaining strong client relationships.

Concisely summarize your relevant skills, experience, and enthusiasm for the position. Discuss how your background aligns with Clear Channel’s objectives and values, positioning yourself as a motivating team player eager to contribute positively.