"Director of New Business, Advertising"

New Business Director: New York City

Our full-service (advertising) agency client has been successful in the categories of consumer packaged goods, spirits, health care, entertainment, retail and consumer electronics. They are a mid-sized agency with a culture of a boutique/creative firm that is strategic, innovative and professional. This is an opportunity for you to step up and make your mark with a growing company, reporting directly to the CEO. You will be responsible for setting the strategy for new business including developing a POV for prospective clients. This requires knowing how to conduct research, develop insight and be credible on the phone when reaching out to make meetings with chief marketing executives at reputable brands.

You will also be managing the positioning of the agency and wrangling the pitch team. You?ll need to get into the trenches in developing pitches, so persuasive RFP writing skills are required. Networking skills are also important as you present the face of the agency to potential clients, to the trade, at industry events as well as growing the current client base. Compensation includes Base + Bonus. Some travel is required.

7-10 years Agency experience required.
5-7 years Business Development/New Business experience required.

Experience at an Advertising, Event, PR, Marketing/Promotion, Interactive, Branding and Design agency all applicable.

Must have deep knowledge and experience in:

• Positioning
• Prospecting
• Pitching
• Marketing