Groupe Director, Business Development

Publicis Groupe; London, Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Groupe Director for Business Development to manage high-stakes global pitches exceeding $5m. The role requires extensive experience in media and creative sectors, strong leadership, and strategic thinking to drive new business growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in media, creative, PR planning/strategy, or integrated marketing.
• Strong business development background with cross-functional expertise.

Responsibilities

• Manage pitch processes from start to finish, improving strategic proposals.
• Inspire and coordinate cross-functional teams for pitch success.
• Create and implement comprehensive pitch strategies.

Skills

Storytelling

Strategic Communication

Problem-Solving

Job description

Company Description

OVERVIEWPublicis Groupe is one of the world’s largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation.

HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD

Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in this environment, companies must innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media, and 4. Direct Relationships) are essential for brands to succeed. Through our suite of agencies, we have invested in capabilities across these areas, enabling us to build bespoke models and lead expertise across industries. We offer our talents opportunities to grow and learn, powered by our AI platform Marcel, providing instant access to resources and knowledge worldwide.

Job Description

The Global Marketing organisation consolidates Publicis Groupe’s marketing and digital transformation offerings across creativity, media, data, and technology to drive growth. The Business Development team, within this organisation, manages new business globally.

This role involves partnering with key stakeholders to ensure success in new business conversions. You should have a proven track record in project management, stakeholder management, and collaboration across multiple teams and regions. The environment is fast-paced and agile.

Join us as a Groupe Director, leading high-stakes global pitches exceeding $5m in revenue. You will oversee the entire pitch process, enhance our strategic offerings, and foster collaboration across our network.

Responsibilities

Job Advertisement: Groupe Director, Business Development

Responsibilities:

• Produce Winning Work: Manage pitch processes from start to finish, evaluating and improving strategic proposals across media, data, tech, and creative sectors.

• Lead Teams: Inspire and coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and success in pitches. Develop strategies to overcome challenges and promote a positive environment for new business activities.

• Design, Activate, and Own the Pitch Delivery Plan: Create and implement comprehensive pitch strategies. Manage communication channels, from client insights to senior management coordination. Ensure effective use of media planning and commercial data.

• Close Collaboration: Collaborate across Publicis Groupe to leverage 'Power of One' opportunities, ensuring stakeholder accountability and timely delivery. Maintain accurate pitch records in Salesforce.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in media, creative, PR planning/strategy, or integrated marketing.
• Strong business development background with cross-functional expertise in media and creative sectors.
• Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident leader with proactive problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, changing environments.

Skills:

• Strong storytelling and strategic communication skills.
• Curious and proactive in initiatives.
• Proven success in uniting teams and achieving revenue targets.

Join us to impact our new business growth and success.

Additional Information

Publicis Groupe offers a hybrid working pattern, with employees in the office three days a week. We value diversity and are committed to a fair assessment process. If you have circumstances affecting your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner to discuss adjustments. Disclosing this information will not affect your application.

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