Business Development Director (marketing agency)

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Director to spearhead growth initiatives in the marketing sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the business development strategy and drive impactful relationships with clients. You will work closely with a talented internal team, leveraging your commercial instincts and strategic thinking to close major deals and expand the agency's footprint. With flexible working options and a focus on wellbeing, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a thriving environment. Join a forward-thinking agency poised for success and take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Wellbeing Support

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success in growing marketing agencies and building strong client relationships.
• Ability to engage with high-level executives, including CMOs and CEOs.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the business development function, driving new client growth.
• Identify opportunities and build relationships to enhance agency's market presence.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Building

Strategic Thinking

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

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 in 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.