Business Director

OLIVER Agency; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

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.

Role: Business Director

Location: Nottingham

About the role: Working in partnership with our client (Client Name), the Business Director develops the strategy and has oversight across the output of the team. In close collaboration with the client, this role understands the complexities around working together with clients on a daily basis and has a strong passion for championing and producing engaging creative (insert type of work here).

The Business Director is a strong strategic thinker who works closely with the client as a long-term business partner; steering the development of their brand and marketing strategy and building lasting relationships with Brand Directors and Brand VP’s.

Reporting to the (Line Manager’s position), the Business Director oversees the team of (size & make up of team). *Please write about how this team fits into the wider account and company*

What you will be doing:

• Exceptional relationship building skills with a track history of creating long-lasting, beneficial alliances with clients.
• Act as the escalation point for the client for any issues with your teams, taking a problem-solving attitude and approach.
• Confident with client interaction and challenging them when necessary, whilst maintaining a positive relationship.
• The ability to negotiate to create win-win compromises with the client on behalf of the team where needed.
• Responsible for the guidance and development of the team; great communication is essential; ability to inspire the team and spot potential.
• Own the execution of projects, run rates and client satisfaction through catchups with job owners and the weekly account/project management WIP.
• Manage the P&L for the team and forecast operational income to senior management.
• Implementation of new accounts where applicable.
• Working in a team of XXX.
• 6 direct reports.
• Work across XXX products and XXX services.
• Financial responsibility of up to £XXX.

What you need to be great in this role:

• Strong gravitas and the ability to build relationships with senior clients, building trust in the accounts offering.
• A team player with a client-centric focus and possess the ability to build strong and effective working relationships with your teams and colleagues.
• A deep understanding of running an in-house agency.
• Competence in managing teams in a matrix environment.
• Demonstrate ownership of large or complex clients at GAD level.
• Experience in XXX sectors.
• Experience working with XXX products.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in:
• Digital
• Print
• Motion Graphics
• Web Design
• UX-UI
• Artwork
• Production

Req ID: 12619

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Ambitious to succeed.

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work.

Be always learning and listening to understand.

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations.

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.