Freeman is an experienced and savvy information services provider to the New Zealand corporate community, established in 2002 by Matt Freeman. It was previously known as Freeman Media.
It specialises in online subscription news and information services for specific business sectors, publishing a range of reports and maps, and running industry events.
Energy News was established in 2008 - a subscription-based news and information website for the New Zealand energy sector. Energy News has carved out a niche as the trusted source of New Zealand energy sector news and information.
In September 2013 Freeman launched into the mining and quarrying sectors with the publication of Inside Resources, an online subscription-based web service, using the same formula as Energy News.
In 2020 it acquired Capital Letter - New Zealand's review of administration, legislation and law. This publication provides court judgment summaries from the High Court, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court and Environment Court. It also provides updates on industry news and developments, legislation, statutory reviews and general reviews. In 2021 it acquired Judgments Unlimited Express.
Events it owns and runs include the New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards, Downstream, Oceania Renewable Power Summit, Energy Trader Forum, and Future Roads.
Freeman also publishes seven large, detailed industry maps, which provide an in-depth picture of the different sectors the company works with. Titles include New Zealand Quarry Map (North and South Islands), New Zealand Energy Infrastructure Map (North and South Islands), Smart Energy Technology Map, New Zealand Roading Map, New Zealand Mining Map, and Taranaki Energy & Infrastructure Map.
Position available
Sales specialist – online media
Due to overseas travel we have a specific opening managing and growing our subscriber base across our legal publication Capital Letter.
We are looking for a motivated individual who likes the idea of advancing themselves and their career. You will work inside a subscriptions team with two others.
We are after someone who can both account-manage existing subscribers but also sell to new ones. You will be able to create your own opportunities and convert them, leveraging our strong brand profile in the sector.
The successful candidate will need to be confident in both a phone and face-to-face sales environment. A large part of the role will be spent engaging with clients and you will be responsible for a steady outbound phonecall and meeting schedule.
Corporate presentation skills will be assumed and you will be happy to interact with industry executives at a high level but also at an operational level.
A financial incentive is part of the salary package and there is ample room to over-achieve.
National travel is a part of this role and an unrestricted driver's license is essential. After-hours attendance at industry functions, conferences and other events is also required.
An understanding of and/or experience in the legal sector would be an advantage but is not a requirement for this role.
A competitive remuneration package is offered including five weeks annual leave.
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