Director of Business & Media Development

Here's a summary of the role:

YouGov is seeking a dynamic, tenacious, and ambitious Director of Business and Media Development to join our Public Data team. This role will focus on developing business opportunities, engaging with key clients, and enhancing our media presence in the US and UK markets. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with team leaders across both regions to ensure business growth and help meet and exceed our financial objectives.

Here's a breakdown of what you'll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

1. Business Development: Proactively identify and pursue business opportunities in the US and UK, particularly targeting large clients within the political and public spheres.
2. Client Relationship Management: Maintain and manage relationships with key clients brought into YouGov, ensuring exceptional service and engagement.
3. Media Engagement: Act as a spokesperson for YouGov in US and UK media, enhancing our public profile and visibility.
4. Collaboration: Work closely with team heads and directors in both the UK and US to drive growth initiatives, delivering on collective business goals.

These are the essentials you'll need to get an interview:

1. Proven experience in business development, particularly within the political and public sphere.
2. An established network of key stakeholders and commercial contacts within the industry.
3. Excellent communication skills, with experience engaging with media outlets.

It would be great if you had these too, but we'll support you if you don't:

1. Strong understanding of the market research industry and the latest trends.
2. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies.
3. Be able to demonstrate an ability to deliver creative solutions to challenging problems.