Fractional Managing Director

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency is seeking a Fractional Managing Director to lead its growth and transformation. The ideal candidate will bring leadership and strategic vision to enhance the agency’s impact in the hair industry. Join a dedicated, culturally fluent team to make a substantial contribution to the agency's future.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in a leadership role within a creative agency or startup.
• Strong knowledge of the hairdressing industry.
• Empathetic leadership and excellent people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape and drive the agency’s vision and strategic direction.
• Manage daily operations and ensure workflow efficiency.
• Mentor creative and strategic teams.

Skills

Leadership

Creative Strategy

Client Management

Financial Acumen

Team Management

Job description

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Fractional Managing Director, Shrewsbury

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Remote-first (London availability preferred)

Start Date: July 2025

Contract: Freelance, 1–2 days/week initially, growing to 3–4 days/week in 2026

Rate: £350–£500/day (commensurate with experience)

About KIT Studios: KIT Studios is a purpose-led, culturally fluent agency at the intersection of PR, talent management, and brand storytelling in the global hair industry. We collaborate with visionary hairdressers and culture-shaping brands to craft campaigns, content, and connections that drive relevance and growth. Our team is female-founded, values-driven, and creatively ambitious.

The Role: We’re seeking a Fractional Managing Director to lead KIT Studios through a pivotal phase of growth, transformation, and brand evolution. This leadership role requires a mix of commercial acumen and creative sensibility, thriving in a fast-paced, founder-led environment.

You will refine strategic direction, oversee operations, nurture team development, and cultivate client relationships, bringing a culturally attuned perspective to our growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic & Agency Leadership: Shape and drive the agency’s vision, strategic direction, and brand positioning. Act as a sparring partner to the founder, offering insights into scaling and innovation.
• Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations, ensure workflow efficiency, and optimize systems for growth.
• Team & Culture Management: Mentor and guide creative and strategic teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Client Oversight & Brand Stewardship: Maintain key client relationships, deliver value, and lead strategic reviews.
• Growth & New Business: Identify opportunities, support proposals, and lead new business strategies.
• Financial Oversight: Track budgets, monitor financial health, and support forecasting.
• Cultural & Social-First Thinking: Bring a modern perspective on content, trends, and communication, shaping the agency’s cultural presence.

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years in a leadership role within a creative agency, studio, or startup, preferably in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, or cultural sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the hairdressing industry and its cultural/media influence.
• Proven leadership in teams, clients, and strategy with clarity and creativity.
• Empathetic leadership and excellent people management skills.
• Deep understanding of PR, social media, and content ecosystems.
• Financial fluency, including reading P&L statements.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive, and ready to lead from the front.

Why Join Us?

KIT Studios is more than an agency; it’s a cultural platform and creative collective. If you’re passionate about purpose-driven work, innovative thinking, and the power of beauty to influence culture, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. Join a small, visionary team during an exciting chapter, with opportunities to lead, shape, and evolve the agency alongside dedicated, bold thinkers.