Associate Business Director - Content

Saatchi & Saatchi has grown from a start-up advertising agency in London in 1970 to a global creative communications company with 114 offices in 67 countries and over 6500 employees. Saatchi & Saatchi is part of the Publicis Groupe, the world's third largest communications group We are a full service, integrated communications network and we work with 6 of the top 10 and over half of the top 50 global advertisers. We're in the business of getting people to fall in love with our clients products and services. We have an unshakeable spirit and unbeatable attitude that Nothing is Impossible, a concept we apply to all our clients and work. We believe in effecting positive change through creativity, always. While we seek out the most brilliant minds to help us on our quest, we're also passionate about nurturing the best talent from within. Which is why when you join us, your journey can be one of continuous evolution.

The Associate Business Director will be responsible for leading the day-to-day client relationship, ensuring smooth operations, overseeing the team's performance, and delivering client satisfaction. This role will involve meeting with clients, presenting strategies, and maintaining effective communication. The Associate Business Director will report directly to the business lead on the account.

Main Tasks

Technical & Product

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as the main point of contact for day-to-day activities

Ensure that the team is delivering high-quality work that meets the client's objectives and expectations

Develop and present strategies that align with the client's business goals

Lead and manage a team of account executives and coordinators, providing guidance and support as needed

Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as creative, social media, and digital teams to ensure that all deliverables are aligned with the client's needs

Identify opportunities to grow the account and drive revenue growth for the agency

Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective delivery

Provide regular reporting and status updates to the client and internal stakeholders

Expert in digital and social media platforms and their technical requirements for effective communication

Business Acumen & Operational Efficiency

Finance savvy and ability to take the right decisions to impact the business

Strong business sense and ability to understand client objectives and goals

Experience in managing and leading teams, with a focus on optimizing team productivity and efficiency

Ability to identify potential areas for improvement and implement effective solutions

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent budget management skills and ability to develop and manage project budgets

Innovative & Analytical Mindset

Proven ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to problems

Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to inform decision

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively

Strong presentation skills and ability to present ideas and strategies to clients and internal teams

Ability to work collaboratively and manage relationships with both clients and internal team members

Education and Experience Required

At least 10 years of experience in a related role, with a focus on managing client relationships and leading teams

Proven track record of success in developing and implementing effective digital and social media strategies for clients

Experience working in a fast-paced agency environment

Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to stay up to date with new technologies and trends in digital and social media

Knowledge of project management tools and software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

Experience with managing teams of both content and creative

Experience with data analytics and digital marketing tools