Head of Growth - Marketing Agencies

Executive Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Growth to drive the commercial strategy and accelerate growth in the marketing landscape. This senior position focuses on building relationships with marketing agencies, executing a regional sales strategy, and contributing to revenue targets. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in business development, exceptional negotiation, and presentation skills, along with a strong understanding of the marketing sector. Situated in Manchester, this role offers a chance to influence industry direction and drive senior engagement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior business development, sales, or client acquisition.
• Successful in delivering and exceeding commercial targets.
• Strong understanding of the marketing and agency ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and convert new agency relationships into revenue.
• Own and execute a regional sales strategy aligned to goals.
• Build a strong pipeline through outreach and collaboration.

Skills

Senior business development

Client acquisition

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

CRM management

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

Overview

Head of Growth – Drive Growth, Shape Strategy, Influence the Industry

Looking for a high-impact role where you can shape commercial strategy, build powerful relationships, and accelerate growth across the marketing landscape? This is a standout opportunity for a driven, relationship-led Senior Business Development Manager ready to make their mark.

Following significant investment and a series of strategic acquisitions, we’re entering an exciting phase of scale. To support this growth, we’re building world-class commercial capabilities — and this role sits right at the centre of that journey.

💼 The Opportunity

In this senior position, you’ll be at the forefront of establishing and deepening relationships with leading marketing agencies, converting those connections into high-quality commercial opportunities. You’ll fuel pipeline growth across a suite of retained and project-based services from Business Development and PR to senior-level engagement programmes and major industry events.

Reporting directly to the Commercial Director for the North, you’ll own a regional growth plan, collaborate closely with a high-performing sales and marketing team, and contribute directly to ambitious revenue targets.

This is a visible, strategic role offering regular access to senior stakeholders across top agencies and brands, ideal for someone who’s ready to influence direction, shape best practice, and act as a senior voice within the commercial function.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and convert new agency relationships into retained and project-based revenue.
• Own and execute a regional or sector-specific sales strategy aligned to quarterly and annual commercial goals.
• Build a strong, consistent pipeline through strategic outreach, collaboration with marketing, and self-driven activity.
• Lead, support, and mentor junior team members to elevate performance and drive progression.
• Create, deliver, and negotiate compelling proposals and pitches for senior decision-makers.
• Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and leadership to refine propositions and uncover new opportunities.
• Represent the business at industry events, acting as a trusted ambassador and thought partner.
• Maintain CRM excellence, ensuring accurate forecasting and data integrity in HubSpot.

What Success Looks Like

• Meeting or exceeding personal and team revenue targets.
• Growth in both number and value of retained client relationships.
• Strong, predictable pipeline health and solid conversion rates.
• High levels of client engagement and repeat business.
• Accurate, timely CRM management to support visibility and forecasting.

What You Bring

• A proven track record in senior business development, sales, or client acquisition — ideally within marketing, agencies, or professional services.
• Demonstrated success delivering (and exceeding) commercial targets.
• Strong understanding of the marketing and agency ecosystem.
• Natural leadership ability, with experience coaching or supporting junior team members.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Confident in CRM management (HubSpot experience a bonus).
• Commercially astute, proactive, resilient, and comfortable engaging senior stakeholders.
• A consultative, relationship-first approach — and a genuine passion for helping agencies grow.