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About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Business Director to join our Brand Reputation team within the PR, Social & Influence division. This leadership role involves spearheading large-scale projects, driving growth, and cultivating strong client partnerships while fostering an inclusive work environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead a portfolio of accounts and manage team members to deliver high-quality work.
- Serve on the Brand Reputation & Corporate PR management team to help execute strategic plans.
- Lead or manage projects including risk management, responsible marketing, executive visibility, and pitches.
- Build and maintain trusted partnerships with mid-level and senior clients as a strategic advisor.
- Drive the agency's responsibility proposition to help clients address societal, environmental, and policy regulations.
- Interrogate briefs through a responsibility lens and provide counsel on campaign strengthening and reputational risk mitigation.
- Integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into client strategies.
- Contribute to the development of innovative PR approaches and thought leadership initiatives.
- Oversee large, complex projects including resource allocation, risk management, and progress tracking.
- Lead new business initiatives, develop proposals, pitch to prospects, and negotiate contracts.
- Inspire and mentor a team of PR professionals in a collaborative environment.
- Manage budgets, track project profitability, and identify cost optimization opportunities.
Requirements
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire teams.
- Strong client relationship management skills at senior levels.
- Strategic thinking and business acumen with a holistic view of projects.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Track record of driving growth and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- 10+ years of experience in public relations or a related field.
- Experience working with a variety of client types.
- Capability to navigate fast-changing business landscapes and provide ad-hoc strategic counsel.
- Experience with crisis communications and reputation management.
- Proficiency in PR measurement and reporting tools.
- Understanding and proficient application of AI in professional workflows.
Skills
- Corporate communications
- Reputation management
- Strategic advisory
- ESG strategy integration
- Crisis communications
- PR measurement and reporting
- AI application
- New business development
- Financial management
- Team leadership
Location
- London
Work Type
- Fixed-term
- 12 months Maternity Cover
- Full time
- Flexible Working Model
Experience Level
- 10+ years of experience
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus 1 Volunteer Day
- Bupa Healthcare
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
- 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure
- Wellbeing and health allowance up to £25.00 per month
- Unmind membership
- LifeWorks tool
- Annual eye tests
- Development budgets
- Wellbeing incentives and activities
- Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance
About the Company
- Ogilvy is a global agency network specializing in advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health.
- Founded 75 years ago, Ogilvy is part of WPP and ranks as a top global agency for creative excellence.
- WPP is a global creative transformation company and the parent organization of Ogilvy.
Equal Opportunity
- Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics.
- Committed to fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and equal career progression opportunities.
- Reasonable accommodation available for the application process upon request.