Business Director

Business Director – Experiential Media & Retail Advertising

A unique opportunity for a Business Director with exceptional media agency relationships and a proven track record of delivering large, high-value deals. This role suits a commercially driven senior sales professional who thrives at the intersection of media, retail, and brand experience , leading conversations that connect culture, creativity, and commerce.

The ideal candidate will be a trusted partner to agencies and major advertisers , bringing both strategic insight and hands‑on sales expertise. They’ll have experience working with premium, high‑ticket propositions and the ability to navigate complex deal structures and long‑term partnerships.

The Role

• Lead commercial growth across key agency groups and direct brand clients.
• Leverage an extensive network of senior contacts to identify and secure new opportunities.
• Build strategic relationships that position experiential retail and media solutions at the heart of brand planning.
• Drive six‑ and seven‑figure deal negotiations from prospecting to closure.
• Develop compelling, insight‑led proposals that demonstrate tangible value for advertisers.
• Collaborate with internal delivery and creative teams to ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to broader business strategy, revenue forecasting, and market development.

What They’re Looking For

• Extensive senior‑level agency and client relationships within the UK media landscape.
• Proven success in securing and managing large, high‑value commercial partnerships.
• Strong understanding of integrated media, retail, and experiential solutions.
• Confident negotiator with outstanding presentation and influencing skills.
• Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial drive and a results‑focused mindset.
• Experience managing pipelines and forecasts through CRM systems (HubSpot preferred).

The Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance‑based commission
• Opportunity to work with leading global brands and agencies
• Clear career progression within a fast‑growing, future‑facing media business

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Advertising and Sales

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media

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