Develop and implement growth strategies aligned with the agency's overall business goals. Identify market trends and opportunities across Europe to drive growth and expansion. Collaborate with senior leadership to set growth targets and KPIs. Client Acquisition and Retention
Lead efforts to attract and secure new clients across Europe, with a focus on the UK, Spain, and Netherlands as a priority. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients to ensure retention and satisfaction. Design and execute strategies to expand services with existing clients. Team Leadership and Development
Manage and mentor the Growth Manager based in the UK. Sales and Revenue Growth
Develop and manage the new business pipeline to ensure consistent and sustainable revenue growth. Lead and drive comprehensive new business efforts – RFI/RFP’s, response development, pitch presentation, follow-up, and close. Create and present compelling proposals to prospective clients. Negotiate contracts and close deals to meet or exceed targets. Collaboration and Coordination
Work closely with creative, BL, Strategy, and production teams to ensure client expectations are met. Coordinate with global teams to align European strategies with overall company objectives. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across departments. Brand Development and Promotion
Promote the agency's brand and services at industry events, conferences, and through digital channels. Represent the agency in professional networks and associations. Oversee budgeting and financial planning for growth initiatives. Monitor and report on financial performance related to business development activities. Ensure cost-effective allocation of resources to maximize ROI. Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Encourage a culture of innovation within the team and agency to drive creative solutions for clients. Continuously seek ways to improve processes and services to enhance client satisfaction. Stay updated on industry best practices and integrate them into the agency’s operations. Reporting and Analysis
Prepare regular reports on growth performance, highlighting successes and areas for improvement. Use data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of growth strategies. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership. HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and stay calm under pressure. Highly organized as well as ability to be highly flexible in a fast-paced atmosphere. A self-starter that’s able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to think big, strategically, and creatively with an obsession for details. Willingness and desire to provide input regardless of job title or seniority, including around C-suite level executives. Successful negotiator with internal and external partners. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional PowerPoint skills. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Broad marketing background (ideally including some combination of events, retail, digital/web, social, new tech, and branding). Proven success in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team in achieving established objectives. Demonstrates a solid understanding of agency processes, department functions, and workflow.
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