Strategy & Growth Director |Clear Route to Partnership & Equity
Location: London | 3 days a week.
KRG are currently partnered with one of London's most exciting independent agencies as they look to hire a Strategy & Growth Director to join their senior leadership team.
This is not your typical agency leadership role.
The team are creating a brand-new position within the business, making this a genuinely unique opportunity for someone looking to build something special. There is no ceiling attached to this role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the position, influence the direction of the agency and play a key role in its long-term growth.
For the right person, there is a clearly defined route towards Partner and Equity level, making this a rare opportunity to join an ambitious agency at a pivotal stage of its journey.
About the Agency
Our client is a highly respected independent integrated media agency known for punching well above their weight, they combine strategic thinking, creative excellence and media expertise to deliver exceptional results for an impressive portfolio of clients.
Unlike larger network agencies, decisions happen quickly, ideas are encouraged and every individual has the opportunity to make a genuine impact. The culture is collaborative, entrepreneurial and energetic, with a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
Personality is everything for this role.
The team are looking for someone who brings energy, ambition and a passion for media. They want someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships and is excited by the challenge of helping grow an agency.
The Opportunity
As Strategy & Growth Director, you will sit at the heart of the agency's future growth plans.
You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, supporting agency marketing initiatives and helping position the agency as a leading player within the market.
This role requires someone who can confidently represent the agency at the highest level. Whether that's pitching to prospective clients, attending industry events, building relationships across the media landscape or supporting wider business strategy, you will become one of the key faces of the agency.
Success in this role will not be measured purely on activity but on the commercial impact you create and the opportunities you bring into the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the agency's growth and new business strategy.
- Identify and secure new client opportunities across the media and marketing landscape.
- Leverage existing industry relationships and networks to generate commercial opportunities.
- Represent the agency at industry events, networking opportunities and client meetings.
- Develop compelling pitch strategies and support the delivery of winning presentations.
- Work closely with senior leadership to shape the future direction of the agency.
- Collaborate with media, creative and client services teams to identify growth opportunities.
- Build strategic partnerships that support long-term business development.
- Help evolve the agency's service offering in line with market trends and client needs.
- Act as a senior ambassador for the agency both internally and externally.
About You
- 10+ years' experience within media, advertising, communications or agency environments.
- Extensive experience across the wider media landscape, including both traditional and digital channels - Paid Media, Creative, OOH, TV and more.
- Strong network of agency, media owner and brand-side contacts.
- Proven track record of driving new business growth and winning new clients.
- Commercially minded with a strong understanding of agency operations and profitability.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Comfortable leading high-level strategic conversations with senior stakeholders.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ambition to help build and scale a business.
- Passionate about media, innovation and emerging industry trends.
- A natural relationship builder who enjoys being in front of clients and prospects.
- Someone who thrives in a collaborative, close-knit team environment.
Why Join?
- Brand-new leadership role with the opportunity to make it your own.
- Clear progression path to Partner and Equity level.
- Direct access to agency founders and senior leadership.
- Genuine autonomy and influence over agency growth.
- Work alongside a talented, ambitious and highly collaborative team.
- Soho-based culture with a strong emphasis on creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
- Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the next phase of the agency's journey.
If you're an ambitious media leader with a strong network, a passion for agency growth and the desire to build something meaningful, this is an opportunity that rarely comes to market.
