Business Director – Media Planning & Strategy (12-Month FTC) Salary: to £80,000 | Hybrid – London Growing independent media agency is looking for a senior Business Director to step into a key client leadership role on a 12-month FTC. This is a strategic communications planning position, leading two of the agency’s most important clients. You’ll act as the senior strategic partner to the client, shaping communications planning across the full media ecosystem while leading senior stakeholder relationships and driving commercial growth. Why this role stands out

Join a highly regarded independent media agency known for its entrepreneurial culture and strategic thinking Senior client leadership role with visible impact across two flagship accounts Opportunity to work closely with senior agency leadership and influence long-term client strategy Exposure to high-profile consumer brands within restaurant and home design categories

Role & Responsibilities

Act as the senior strategic partner and client lead across key clients and new business Design and deliver holistic communications strategies across the full media ecosystem Lead senior stakeholder relationships and provide proactive strategic counsel Translate business challenges into effective media and communications planning solutions Drive commercial performance, forecasting and account growth opportunities Oversee integrated agency collaboration and ensure excellence in planning and delivery Lead strategic reviews, effectiveness analysis and future planning roadmaps

Skills & Experience Required

Strong media agency background in communications planning and strategy Proven experience leading senior client relationships Holistic understanding of media channels Ability to develop insight-led, integrated communications strategies Strong commercial awareness with experience managing account profitability Confident presenter able to influence C-suite and senior stakeholders Experience leading and mentoring planning teams within an agency environment

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