Associate Director, Growth & Marketing

Burson; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burson is seeking an Associate Director for Growth & Marketing to drive agency success through strategic partnerships and marketing initiatives. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities and enhancing Burson's brand presence. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in business development within a communications agency, strong relationship-building skills, and a collaborative approach.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship programs with industry leaders

Vibrant and inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business development or client consultancy.
• Proven track record of securing new business.
• Strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers.
• Shape and execute the marketing strategy.

Skills

Strategic Mindset

Relationship Building

Communication

Job description

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Who We Are

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

Who We Are

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Are you a seasoned communications professional looking for a change—perhaps stepping away from account teams while still playing a pivotal role in agency growth? If so, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

At Burson, the business development and marketing team sits at the heart of the agency’s growth and marketing efforts, helping unlock new opportunities and shaping the future of our brand. We are a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to identifying key areas of focus, driving new business, and elevating the Burson brand through inspiring and engaging marketing initiatives.

We thrive on challenges, celebrate successes, and foster an environment where collaboration, innovation, integrity, growth, and impact are at our core.

More About The Role

As an Associate Director, you will be a key driver of our agency's success. Leveraging your deep industry knowledge, commercial mindset, and relationship-building skills, you will help identify and secure new opportunities while shaping and executing our agency's marketing efforts.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys the strategic side of agency life—building connections, spotting opportunities, and driving impactful growth, without the day-to-day responsibility of client account management.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Growth & Partnerships: Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, leading the development of compelling proposals and presentations.
• Relationship Building & Networking: Cultivate strong relationships with key decision-makers, attend industry events, and generate leads through meaningful engagement.
• Marketing & Thought Leadership: Help shape and execute Burson’s marketing strategy, contributing to brand-building initiatives and thought leadership efforts.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with senior leadership to analyse market trends, develop growth strategies, and position the agency for success.
• New Business Pitches & Presentations: Lead and support the creation of impactful pitch materials that showcase our expertise and value.
  
  

Experience That Contributes To Success

• Extensive experience in business development, client consultancy, partnership development, or a related field within a communications agency.
• A strategic mindset with a passion for driving agency growth and impact.
• A proven track record of identifying opportunities and securing new business.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative, team-first approach with an entrepreneurial spirit.
  
  

If you’re looking to transition from account management into a role where you can still directly impact the agency’s future we would love to hear from you.

You Belong At Burson

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services

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