Group Business Director

LADbible Group; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LADbible Group is seeking a Group Business Director to lead their agency hub in London. The role involves driving revenue growth, managing client relationships, and inspiring a high-performing team. Candidates should have a robust background in digital media, commercial strategy, and proven success in client engagement. This position offers autonomy in shaping the hub’s strategy and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Autonomy to shape strategy

Innovative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record of winning significant new business.
• Strong network of senior agency and client contacts.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth across the hub, exceeding forecasted revenue.
• Develop integrated proposals aligning with client briefs.
• Build and nurture senior-level client relationships.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Strategic insight

Digital media knowledge

Client relationship management

Team leadership

P&L management

Revenue growth

Job description

Join to apply for the Group Business Director role at LADbible Group

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Group Business Director role at LADbible Group

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Founded in 2012, LADbible Group is redefining entertainment and news for a social generation. Our global community engages with our content–spanning editorial, video, documentary and live – we reach 1 billion people each and every month. Our mission is to give the youth generation a voice by building communities that laugh, think and act. Using all major platforms, we’ve rapidly risen to become one of the world's largest publishers.

About the Role

Are you an entrepreneurial leader with commercial acumen, strategic insight, and a passion for digital and social media? We’re looking for a commercially astute professional to lead one of our agency/client hubs. You’ll drive revenue growth, manage a significant portion of our departmental revenue, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver award-winning, market-leading campaigns.

You’ll manage 3-5 direct reports and work closely with Business Directors to ensure we retain and grow our largest long-term clients, delivering fresh, creative thinking that keeps us ahead of the curve. Autonomy, leadership, and the ability to manage your own P&L are key to success in this role.

If you have a proven track record of winning and retaining significant new business, a strong network of senior agency and client contacts, and a passion for delivering standout work, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Growth: Drive revenue growth across the hub, ensuring forecasted revenue is exceeded.
• Client Proposals: Develop integrated, full-funnel proposals that align with client and agency briefs, leveraging expertise in Brand and DR activity.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work with internal teams (Strategy, Creative, Production, Data, Social, Web, and Marketing) to deliver compelling pitches.
• Client Relationships: Build and nurture senior-level client relationships, securing long-term partnerships.
• Internal Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships across the business in Manchester, London, and beyond.
• P&L Management: Oversee the hub’s P&L, appraising and forecasting performance regularly.
• Team Leadership: Build and inspire a team of talented, high-performing individuals.
• Product Innovation: Ensure successful rollout of new products and capabilities to clients.
• Representation: Represent the organization at key industry and client-facing events.

About You

• Deep knowledge of the digital and social media landscape, with a strong background in commercial strategy.
• Proven track record of revenue growth and selling six-figure multi-platform branded content solutions.
• Strong storytelling and planning abilities to create industry-leading pitches.
• Established senior contacts across agencies, including trading, planning, strategy, and partnerships.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a passion for building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting tight deadlines with ease.
• Strong understanding of digital display, programmatic advertising, and branded content.

What We Offer

• Autonomy to shape and lead your hub’s strategy and performance.
• A fast-paced, innovative environment with opportunities to make a real impact.
• The chance to work with a dynamic, talented team delivering award-winning campaigns.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you’re ready to lead with passion, drive revenue growth, and deliver cutting-edge work in the digital and social space, apply now!

At LADbible Group we've rolled out blended working which means the majority of departments across the business (including London, Manchester and International offices) work in the office 3 days per week.

LADbible Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company and we welcome all members of the community to apply for openings with us. As the leading social youth publisher, we have a powerful global platform to better represent our audience and enable those that do not have equal opportunities to have their voices heard. As a business, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, in an environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LADbible Group by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Group Business Director” roles.

London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Head of Digital - £70k to £100k - Fashion - 3 month contract

Head/ Director of Brand, Global B2C Brand (Based UAE, Tax Free)

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Sr. Head of Marketing ( relocate to Abu Dhabi, Tax Free)

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Head of Brand (12-months Fixed Term Contract)

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom £90,000.00-£90,000.00 19 hours ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

City Of London, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago

Global Head of Magic & Skincare Brand Engagement - FTC

London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Head of Ecommerce & Performance Marketing

Head of Commercial Partnership Solutions - Global Business Solutions EUI

London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.