Strategic Agency Director — Client Growth & Delivery

The Up&Up Group (affiliated to the global M&C Saatchi Group)

Sandton

On-site

ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading creative agency in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Business Director to oversee project delivery and manage key client relationships, particularly in telecommunications. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in a big agency, possess innovative thinking skills, and demonstrate financial acumen. The role involves strategic consulting on marketing communications and actively seeking growth opportunities. This is a chance to join a bold and audacious team aiming for excellence.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a Business Director, preferably in a big agency.
  • Good knowledge of the media landscape, including traditional and digital.
  • Experience owning projects from strategy to roll-out.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee successful project delivery to client satisfaction.
  • Manage high-level client relationships, especially in telecommunications.
  • Identify growth opportunities and optimize process for efficiency.

Skills

Innovative thinking
Client relationship management
Flawless service delivery
Financial account management
Digital media production knowledge

Education

Matric Certificate with college or university exemption

Tools

Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Chase software

Job description

A leading creative agency in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Business Director to oversee project delivery and manage key client relationships, particularly in telecommunications. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in a big agency, possess innovative thinking skills, and demonstrate financial acumen. The role involves strategic consulting on marketing communications and actively seeking growth opportunities. This is a chance to join a bold and audacious team aiming for excellence.
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