Business Development Director (marketing agency)

Leeds Permanent View Job Description
This is a really exciting opportunity for an agency business development pro who is looking to really make their mark and take ownership of a BD function.
  • We're super proud to be partnered with this agency
  • One of the UK's leading communications agencies

About Our Client

We're very proud to be partnered with one of the UK's leading communications groups who have a fantastic heritage and an impressive journey over the past few years, their trophy cabinet tells a story of a team of super talented marketing professionals who go above and beyond for their clients.

Job Description

2025 is the year of growth. As their Business Development Director, you'll establish and lead their business development function making it your own from the outset. Reporting into the COO, you'll work alongside their internal Marketing Team, Managing Partners and division Directors to drive new client and prospect growth. From curating prospect lists to closing major deals, every step will have your signature. You'll identify opportunities, build relationships, take the agency's proposition to market and demonstrate why partnering with them is a game-changer.

The Successful Applicant

It goes without saying that the successful candidate will already have had lots of success of growing marketing agencies. We need a relationship builder with razor-sharp commercial instincts and the ability to charm a CMO one minute and a CEO the next. You'll thrive on challenge, think strategically, and execute brilliantly.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive Salary with uncapped earning potential
  • Generous Bonus Scheme to match your impact
  • Flexible Working options-choose to base yourself in Leeds, Manchester, or London, with hybrid working arrangements.
  • Wellbeing Support: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, income protection, and life insurance.
  • Growth Opportunities: Work with an ambitious agency poised for further expansion with endless opportunities for career progression.
Contact
Laura Mallinson
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6637312
Phone number
+441133889065

Job summary

Job function
Marketing & Agency
Subsector
Integrated Agency
Sector
Media & Agency
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Mallinson
Consultant phone
+441133889065
Job reference
JN-012025-6637312