Resource Manager (creative agency)

Majorplayers.co.uk; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global design agency is seeking an experienced Resource Manager to join their London production team. This role involves managing resource planning and collaboration across creative projects, supporting a dynamic global team, and ensuring effective workflows in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in resource management within an agency context.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience in an agency resource/traffic manager role.
• Deep understanding of the creative process and agency workflows.
• Experience working with global teams and international brands.

Responsibilities

• Own the planning and engagement of resources across teams.
• Ensure efficient project workflows across various events.
• Drive commercial success through strategic resourcing.

Skills

Project Management

Time Management

Communication

Job description

My client is a global design led experiential agency who create excellent immersive activations and digital brand experiences. We are looking for a experienced Resource Manager to join the London production team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of innovative projects, collaborating with a world-class creative and production team.

The role:

• Own the planning and engagement of resources across Creative, Production and Project teams.
• Ensure efficient project workflows across digital, in-person, and hybrid events.
• Drive commercial success through strategic resourcing and smart planning.
• Develop and maintain tools and systems that support seamless resource management.
• Collaborate closely with Producers, Project Managers and Department Heads to forecast needs, manage timelines and flag any bottlenecks.
• Support a global team - some international travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend project kick-offs and planning meetings to define resource requirements.
• Track and manage critical path documents and resourcing schedules.
• Lead weekly and monthly forecasting and reporting using tools like Procim.
• Manage freelance resourcing, staffing plans, and utilisation.
• Highlight resource gaps, risks, and trends for senior leadership.
• Continuously improve internal processes and project efficiencies.

The ideal candidate:

• 3-5+ years' experience in an agency resource/traffic manager role.
• Deep understanding of the creative process and agency workflows.
• Excellent project and time management skills.
• Strong communicator with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience working with global teams and international brands.
• Comfortable working across time zones in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

If this sounds like you, send your portfolio to [e-mail]. Please note that due to the large number of applications, I will only be able to respond to suitable candidates.
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