Role Overview
Torstar is hiring a Local Account Executive – Halton Region. This is a contract role in Hamilton. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
You don't wait for leads to come to you. You build your pipeline, work your network, knock on doors, and then turn those wins into long-term client relationships that pay you year after year.
If that's how you're wired — this role was built for you.
Most sales roles make you choose between hunting new logos and nurturing existing ones. This role rewards both.
You'll have the freedom to prospect aggressively — cold outreach, referrals, community networking, market research — and the tools to grow and deepen the accounts you win. The longer you're in territory, the more you earn. That's the model. That's the goal.
You're not selling ads. You're consulting on marketing strategy — diagnosing a client's business challenge and prescribing the right digital solution. That makes you invaluable to your clients, not interchangeable.
- Base salary + uncapped commission on every deal you close
- Quarterly performance bonuses tied to targets
- Top performers consistently earn $100K+ — and the ceiling goes higher for those who push it
No commission caps. No arbitrary limits. Your effort = your income.
What You'll Actually Do
Hunt:
- Prospect relentlessly — cold outreach, community events, referrals, networking
- Build a strong, qualified pipeline from day one
- Research your market and stay ahead of competitor moves
Consult:
- Meet with local business owners and decision-makers to understand their real marketing challenges
- Build tailored advertising and media plans with measurable outcomes
- Present and pitch solutions that genuinely move the needle for clients
Grow & Retain:
- Develop deep, strategic relationships with your existing accounts
- Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities as client needs evolve
- Forecast accurately and keep your CRM current — it works for you, not just the organization
Collaborate:
- Work with marketing and product teams to deliver compelling proposals
- Stay sharp on digital advertising trends, audience strategy, and the local competitive landscape
- Have B2B outside/field sales experience — especially in a consultative or solution-sell environment (we'll consider strong hunters without it; we can teach the fundamentals)
- Have a proven track record of hitting or exceeding quota
- Are self-directed and disciplined — you manage your own schedule and hold yourself accountable
- Communicate with confidence, listen well, and can tailor your pitch to any room
- Have a working understanding of digital advertising and audience strategy (a genuine advantage, not just a buzzword)
- Hold a valid Ontario G driver's licence and have reliable transportation
Please note: This role involves handling client credit card information. PCI compliance is required; full training is provided during onboarding.
What You Get
- Unlimited earning potential with a commission structure that rewards closers
- Defined pension plan—genuinely rare in today's market
- Health coverage and comprehensive benefits
- Vehicle allowance plus a company laptop and smartphone
- Continuous professional development and learning resources
- A supportive team that's invested in your success
- Territory ownership: you build it, you grow it
This is a hybrid role based in Halton Region. You'll spend approximately three days per week face-to-face with clients and prospects — the rest is yours to manage. You set your own pace, own your calendar, and answer for your results.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) uses AI for initial screening and assessment; however, all final selection decisions are made by our Hiring Managers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Local Account Executive – Halton Region position at Torstar?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Torstar. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Local Account Executive – Halton Region position at Torstar located?
This position is based in Hamilton. Torstar has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Local Account Executive – Halton Region at Torstar earn?
Torstar has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Local Account Executive – Halton Region role at Torstar posted?
This role was posted on July 3, 2026 (18 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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