Growth Director London, England, United Kingdom

We are Momentum Worldwide, an award-winning global creative agency with experiences at our heart. We believe in the power of brand acts to connect with modern audiences, by delivering human-centric connected experiences that live and breathe in culture. We are a truly global network that collaborates across borders and without boundaries. Our success is built on an agency-wide commitment to integration - whether sharing the latest technology, supporting individual's passions, or approaching projects with a unique entrepreneurial mindset. We're always growing, learning, and defining new paths - so now's a great time to join in and be a part of our story.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

Strategic Planning and Execution

• 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.