Director of Communications (Agency) Full Time NEW

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Communications Director with a strong track record in business development, client acquisition, and commercial growth. This individual will combine strategic communications expertise with the ability to identify opportunities, cultivate senior-level relationships, and secure new business across corporate, government, and institutional sectors.

The ideal candidate will be a well-connected communications professional with an established network, strong industry credibility, and a proven ability to convert relationships into long-term client partnerships. They will play a key role in driving revenue growth while providing strategic counsel to clients on reputation management, corporate communications, public affairs, and integrated communications strategies

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Key Responsibiliti

esBusiness Development & Client Grow

• thIdentify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across priority sectors and market
• s.Leverage existing relationships and industry networks to generate qualified leads and client introduction
• s.Build and maintain relationships with C-suite executives, government stakeholders, and senior decision-maker
• s.Lead the development and presentation of strategic proposals, pitches, and commercial opportunitie
• s.Manage the full new business lifecycle from prospecting through negotiation and contract closur
• e.Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities and contribute to revenue growth target
• s.Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking forums to enhance market presence and generate opportunitie

s.Strategic Communications Leadersh

• ipProvide senior-level communications counsel to clients across corporate communications, reputation management, crisis communications, executive positioning, and stakeholder engagemen
• t.Lead the development of integrated communications strategies aligned with client business objective
• s.Oversee client relationships, ensuring high-quality delivery and long-term partnership growt
• h.Identify opportunities to expand existing client accounts through strategic advisory services and cross-selling initiative
• s.Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitive activity to identify emerging opportunitie

s.Leadership & Collaborati

• onMentor and support communications teams, fostering a culture of excellence and commercial awarenes
• s.Work closely with senior leadership to shape growth strategies and market positionin
• g.Contribute to thought leadership initiatives and strengthen the organization’s profile within the communications industr

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Requireme

• ntsBachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related fie
• ld.12+ years of experience in communications, public relations, corporate affairs, or strategic communicatio
• ns.Demonstrated success in generating new business and winning communications mandat
• es.Strong network of senior corporate, government, media, and industry contac
• ts.Proven ability to originate opportunities, lead pitches, and secure new client engagemen
• ts.Experience advising senior executives and leadership teams on complex communications matte
• rs.Strong understanding of corporate communications, reputation management, media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engageme
• nt.Excellent presentation, negotiation, and relationship management skil
• ls.Commercially minded with a strong understanding of client needs and market dynami

cs.Preferred Experie

• nceAgency, consultancy, or professional services backgrou
• nd.Experience working with government entities, large corporates, or multinational organizatio
• ns.Established reputation within the communications industry and a demonstrable track record of business grow

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