Consumer PR - Business Director
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We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="7f087527-f491-4cb6-a79d-3b4a67d1ec89">WPP.com</a></u>.</p> <p> </p></div><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Consumer PR - Business Director</span></strong></p> <p><strong>Department: </strong>Consumer PR & Influence <br><strong>Location: </strong>London <br><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Fixed-Term 12-Months<br><strong>Full Time/Part time: </strong>Full Time <br><strong>Reporting into:</strong> Managing Partner </p> <p><br><br></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">The Role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message" data-ccp-parastyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"9a4b8e33-69e6-51b1-9db3-96803dedf16a|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Times New Roman",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Times New Roman",469777844,"Times New Roman",201341986,"1",469769226,"Times New Roman",268442635,"24",469775450,"x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message",201340122,"2",134233614,"true",469778129,"xms-outlook-mobile-reference-message",335572020,"1",335559740,"240",201341983,"0",134233118,"true",134233117,"true",469778324,"Normal"]}">As </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Business Director</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> you will lead client partnership, strategic counsel and integrated delivery across the</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> portfolio,</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> designed to provide the client with fully focused, senior leadership on </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">some of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">the world’s most iconic FMCG brands.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">The role sits at the intersection of </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">earned-first thinking, culture-led marketing, and integrated agency delivery</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">, ensuring that PR, social, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">influence</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and advertising work together to create impact at scale across diverse markets.</span></span> <br> <br><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">This pivotal role places you at the heart of our operations for</span> <span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">large</span> <span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">FMCG </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">portfolio</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">, one of the world's most iconic and dynamic brands. </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">Your remit will span from the </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">initial</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> spark of ideation – </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">identifying</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> trends and innovative opportunities that drive cultural relevance – through the meticulous development of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">cutting-edge</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> strategies tailored to diverse market nuances and brand </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">objectives</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">. You will lead the charge </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">on</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)"> defining compelling creative narratives and content frameworks, ensuring brand consistency and breakthrough engagement. Subsequently, you will oversee flawless execution, transforming strategy into impactful activations across various platforms and geographies. </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">This role demands a holistic leader capable of driving innovation, navigating complex client relationships, and delivering measurable results within a dynamic, multi-market agency environment.</span></span> <br><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Key Responsibilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Client leadership & stakeholder management</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Act as the senior day-to-day client lead for European and Global teams, building trusted, long-term partnerships</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Provide strategic counsel across brand, reputation, partnerships and cultural activation</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Lead complex, multi-market stakeholder management across global, regional and local teams</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure the FMCG Brand has consistent, senior-level leadership fully embedded in the brand business<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Global & European strategy development</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Lead the creation of </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">global and European communications toolkits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, frameworks and playbooks that balance global brand consistency with local market nuance</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Embed <em><span data-contrast="none">earned-first thinking</span></em><span data-contrast="none"> into all toolkits</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Partner closely with creative and strategy leads to shape culturally relevant, insight-led ideas<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Market management & intelligence</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Oversee market engagement across Europe and priority global territories, acting as a central connector between the brands global teams and local markets</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensure clients are consistently informed on <strong><span data-contrast="none">market trends, cultural shifts, competitor activity and emerging opportunities</span></strong></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Champion local market insight, ensuring work is adaptable, relevant and executable across diverse regions<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Global events & partnerships</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Lead the communications strategy and delivery for </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">global brand moments and events</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, ensuring alignment across markets</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Play a central role in developing and activating <strong><span data-contrast="none">brand partnerships</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, embedding them seamlessly into toolkits and campaign narratives</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Work with market and agency leads to bring partnerships to life in locally relevant, culturally resonant ways<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Team leadership & integration</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Directly manage a London-based team, working alongside creative and strategy leadership</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture grounded in integration and shared ownership<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What makes this role different:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="25" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">100% dedicated to the FMCG portfolio</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, allowing for deep brand immersion and long-term strategic thinking</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="25" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Operates at true <strong><span data-contrast="none">global scale</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, balancing global brand stewardship with local market realities</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="25" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Deeply <strong><span data-contrast="none">partnership-led</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, with collaborations embedded into brand strategy</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="25" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong emphasis on <strong><span data-contrast="none">earned-first, culture-first marketing</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, influencing how integrated campaigns are built from the ground up</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="25" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Sits within a <strong><span data-contrast="none">fully integrated agency model</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">, requiring constant collaboration across discipline</span> </li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Key Leadership Competencies:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Proven experience in </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">global and/or European leadership roles</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">, ideally within FMCG or large-scale consumer brands</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Exceptional </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">stakeholder management</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> skills — this role is heavily relationship-driven and requires confidence navigating complexity</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Strong understanding of how </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">global brands </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">operate</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> across markets</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">, with sensitivity to cultural and market nuance</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Demonstrated experience working in </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">integrated agency environments</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> across PR, advertising, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">social</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and influence</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">A passion for </span></span><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">culture-led, earned-first marketing</span></span></strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and its role in driving brand relevance and business impact</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Commercially astute, strategically </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">minded</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and comfortable operating at senior client level</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="26" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">A genuine interest in — and affinity for — the </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">drinks</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> brand</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">s</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and the wider FMCG landscape</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Communication & Collaboration:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Defines and communicates the overarching vision for the Influence practice. Develops communication strategies that align the department with agency leadership and fosters a culture of open dialogue and mentorship for senior leaders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Organisation & Resource Management:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Architects the department's operational structure to support profitability and growth. Oversees P&L, leads resource forecasting, and ensures the practice is structured to handle complex, large-scale business needs.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibility & Accountability:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Holds ultimate accountability for the entire department's commercial and creative performance. Empowers directors to lead their teams while maintaining transparent, high-level communication with executive leadership on business progress and challenges.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Problem Solving & Decision Making:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Acts as the final point of authority on the most critical business issues. Makes high-stakes decisions that protect the agency's commercial interests and mentors directors in strategic problem-solving.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Growth & Development:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Champions and funds a departmental learning culture. Defines the long-term talent strategy, creates career pathways for all levels, and builds a best-in-class team through senior hiring and mentorship.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Ogilvy Values & Behaviours:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Acts as the ultimate custodian of the agency's values within the department. Embeds these values into the practice's core processes, from recruitment and client management to performance recognition.</span> <br> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Skills for Your Growth to Client Partner:</span></strong> <br><em><span data-contrast="auto">To support your progression, you will be expected to develop capabilities in the following areas:</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">C-Suite Partnership & Business Acumen:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Transition from a practice leader to a C-suite strategic advisor. Develop a deep, holistic understanding of the client's entire business model, competitive landscape, and financial drivers to become an indispensable partner to their most senior leaders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Integrated Solution Leadership:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Evolve from leading a single capability to orchestrating the agency's full suite of services. Master the art of integrating diverse crafts—from brand advertising and PR to consulting and data—to solve the client's most complex business problems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Enterprise Commercial Strategy:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Shift focus from departmental P&L management to owning the entire client commercial relationship. Drive enterprise-level growth by identifying strategic opportunities across the client's organization and negotiating large-scale, multi-year partnerships.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Relationship as the Core Product:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Move from a role where the </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">craft</span></em><span data-contrast="auto"> is the primary product to one where the </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">strategic client relationship itself</span></em><span data-contrast="auto"> is the core deliverable. Your success will be measured by your ability to build unwavering trust and long-term loyalty at the highest levels.</span> <br><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Personal Qualities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Extensive and proven experience in a senior leadership role (e.g., Senior Account Director or Business Director) within a top-tier agency.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Strategic yet pragmatic</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Culturally curious and globally minded</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Confident, collaborative and calm under pressure</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Energised</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> by complexity, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">scale</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"> and partnership-driven work</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Demonstrated track record of P&L ownership and delivering significant, year-on-year business growth.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proven success in leading and winning multi-million-pound new business pitches.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Exceptional leadership skills with experience in shaping departmental culture and developing senior talent.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strategic visionary with the ability to anticipate market trends and define a clear, forward-looking path for the business.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Outstanding commercial acumen and sophisticated negotiation skills.<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">How we help you Thrive:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bupa Healthcare</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am – 4pm</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Life Assurance</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559738":60,"335559739":60,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Aptos",469777842,"",469777843,"Aptos",469777844,"Aptos",201341986,"1",469769226,"Aptos",268442635,"24",469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}">Our ambition is to attract the </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">very best</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> diverse talent to Ogilvy, and to be the employer of choice in the UK. We want everyone to feel welcome when they join us, and once </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">they’re</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> here, for them to want to stay with us, grow their career, and to feel they belong with us. </span></span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-charstyle="eop" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{"ObjectId":"920dbcde-2834-5e15-a5fa-062170b236ba|1","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[201342446,"1",201342447,"5",201342448,"1",201342449,"1",469777841,"Aptos",469777842,"",469777843,"Aptos",469777844,"Aptos",201341986,"1",469769226,"Aptos",268442635,"24",469775450,"eop",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"eop",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. </p> <p>We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. </p> <p>Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.</p> <p><span data-teams="true">Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></p> <p>If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at ----- Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.</p></div>
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