Business Development Director | Strategic Growth & Thought Leadership

Location: London (3 days per week in-office)

Salary: Up to £75,000 + Competitive Commission Structure

Focus: High-Value New Business & International Strategy

Are you a heavy-hitting Business Development professional who excels at "winning hearts and minds" rather than just chasing quick wins?

I am partnering with a high-calibre Creative Agency based in the heart of Shoreditch to find a Business Development Director (or a high-level Manager ready to step up). This is a pure-play new business role designed for a self-sufficient strategist who thrives on long-game, high-impact client acquisitions.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Client Services Director, you will be the spearhead for the agency’s growth. This isn't a "volume-call" role; it’s a sophisticated, strategy-led position focused on opening doors to international brands and securing large-scale, transformative partnerships.

The agency understands the reality of the sales cycle—they recognize that high-level relationships take time to nurture (up to 6 months to land that first crucial meeting) and they are looking for the vision and patience to execute that journey.

The Role

• Strategic Growth: Develop and execute a roadmap to engage senior budget influencers and decision-makers on a global scale.
• Thought Leadership: Position the agency as a leader in their field through high-level networking and insight-driven outreach.
• End-to-End Sales: Own the entire process from initial research and "cold-to-warm" outreach to leading the pitch and closing the deal.
• Collaborative Spirit: While you are the sole driver of new business, you will work closely with the Client Services team to ensure a seamless transition once the "win" is secured.
• Autonomy: This is a self-starter’s dream. You won’t have a support team doing the legwork—you’ll be the one planning the strategy and picking up the phone.

Who You Are

• The Agency Pro: You have a proven track record within the agency world. You understand the landscape, the competition, and what it takes to stand out.
• The Heavyweight: You possess the gravitas to sit across from C-Suite stakeholders and the vision to see the "bigger picture" of a brand’s needs.
• The Self-Starter: You don't wait for a lead list. You are happy to build your own pipeline and undertake the foundational work yourself.
• The Consultant: Ideally, you have a background in delivery or a deep understanding of how projects are executed, allowing you to sell with authentic authority.

Why This Role?

• London Base: Work from a vibrant, creative hub 3 days a week.
• Earning Potential: A solid £75k base with a commission structure that truly rewards your "big wins."
• High Impact: You will be the architect of the agency's next chapter, moving them into new territories and sectors.