Business Director

OLIVER Agency; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing firm in London seeks a Business Director to drive transformative partnerships with global financial institutions. This role involves leading client relationships, ensuring strategic account growth, and managing P&L performance across multiple channels. The ideal candidate will have significant agency experience and a proven record in leadership and team development, accompanied by exemplary relationship management skills. The position offers hybrid working, supporting a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of agency experience, with 3-5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven ability to grow client accounts and implement new services.
• Experience leading large teams through complex project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client relationships to ensure satisfaction and long-term value.
• Develop account strategies for both OLIVER and client objectives.
• Drive P&L management including budget forecasting and growth target setting.

Skills

Agency experience

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

P&L management

Team leadership

Education

Formal degrees in relevant fields

Tools

Marketing tools and project management systems

Job description

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in‑house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting‑edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision‑making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Business Director

Location: London (3 days a week from our London offices)

Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join OLIVER’s award‑winning network as a Business Director, delivering transformative business partnerships and strategic leadership for global financial institutions.

You’ll lead comprehensive client relationships that drive both OLIVER and client business growth through bespoke agency solutions. Based in London with hybrid working (3 days in office), you’ll be accountable for strategic account management, team leadership, and P&L performance across complex, multi‑channel programmes. Your strategic thinking and relationship expertise will ensure OLIVER delivers industry‑leading service while identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.

The Role

Working at the intersection of business strategy, creative excellence, and operational delivery, you’ll translate client challenges into growth opportunities that deliver measurable outcomes for all stakeholders. We’re looking for someone who can lead through influence and collaboration, finding innovative solutions that strengthen partnerships while driving commercial success. Success means sustained account growth, exceptional team performance, and clients who see OLIVER as an indispensable strategic partner.

What You’ll Do

• Lead strategic client relationships as the primary contact, ensuring satisfaction, trust, and long‑term partnership value
• Develop and execute account strategies that achieve both OLIVER and client business objectives
• Build and maintain relationships with senior client stakeholders, serving as escalation point and collaborative problem‑solver
• Lead, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams, inspiring creativity and excellence
• Drive P&L management including budget forecasting, growth target setting, and operating income reporting
• Present performance reports and strategic recommendations that influence client decision‑making
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver industry‑leading solutions and innovations from OLIVER and Brand Tech Group
• Design and implement new services or market entries that expand partnership scope
• Champion process and system improvements that drive efficiency and creative excellence at scale
• Stay ahead of industry trends and consumer insights, translating them into actionable strategies
• Ensure OLIVER exceeds service level agreements while maintaining competitive and profitable pricing
• Lead sustainable practices integration and participate in relevant training and development

What You Bring

• A track record demonstrating 8‑10 years of agency experience with 3‑5 years in leadership roles, showing proven ability to grow client accounts and implement new services
• Strategic thinking that connects business objectives to operational delivery through innovative solutions
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels, from operational teams to C‑suite executives
• Experience leading large teams through complex project delivery and professional development
• Expertise in P&L management, budget forecasting, and financial planning within agency environments
• A talent for presenting complex data and strategic recommendations with clarity and impact
• The ability to negotiate collaborative solutions and resolve service issues with diplomacy and effectiveness
• An analytical mindset that translates data into actionable strategies and measurable outcomes
• Experience implementing process and system improvements that deliver results at scale
• Professional proficiency in marketing tools, platforms, and project management systems
• Qualifications: Formal degrees are welcome but not required. Equivalent experience counts. Experience can be gained through work, study, volunteering, or self‑directed learning.

If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Our Values

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be always learning and listening to understand

Be actively pro‑inclusive and anti‑racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.