Business Development Director – PR Services

Business Development Director – PR ServicesPositionRemoteBusiness Development Director – PR ServicesNoAbout 4media group4media group is a global, integrated communications agency specializing in four core areas: intelligence, content, communications and digital.Our mission is to offer best in class integrated marketing communications for the world’s leading brands. We provide our clients with meaningful solutions centredarounda multi-channel approach spanning market research insights, creative content, digital marketing, and full-service Public Relations. We have offices in London and throughout the US and service clients internationally.We are looking for a PR-savvy business development director within our UK operation. The ideal candidate needs to be a talented, motivated, PR professional who can identify, close and service new business as part of our integrated communications team. This individual needs to have a good understanding of PR products and services and possess the following skills and qualities to be a part of our growing, energetic company.Responsibilities Include:Responsible for winning, managing, and growing a portfolio of direct brands and agency accountsSourcing new business opportunities, securing new business wins, and encouraging repeat businessDrive client retention, renewals, upsells and client satisfactionManage and grow sales team, setting and overseeing individual performance targets in line with company goals whilst developing their skill sets and sales techniqueWork closely with our executive leadership team to develop and sell big brand communication strategiesGenerate innovative ideas to support clients and boost brand awarenessComfortable with and able to deliver against an agreed set of KPIsDealing with all aspects of a campaign, from start to finishDelivering new business pitches to high-level clientsDeveloping strategy, tactics, sales plans, and profit targetsReport on sales results on a regular basis and suggest improvementsA minimum 6-8 year’s business development, client handling and comms industry experienceAbility to work independently and build strong client relationship skills.Creativity and ability to work collaboratively with other members of the team across the companySelf-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills along with accuracy and attention to detailTake responsibility and ownership for your own workA positive and personable approach to all tasks and challengesSales-focused, results-driven, and self-motivated outlook. A professional, proactive, and positive attitude to sellingExcellent communication skills, capable of negotiating over the phone and face-to-face.Ability to work to tight deadlines with excellent time-management skillsAbility to sell a story or idea which has been designed and created by youBe a problem solver, with good business sense and the ability to work to budgetsStrong PC expertise, including Microsoft packages: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointKnowledge of Office 365, including OneDrive, SharePointWorking knowledge of SalesforceSalary & Benefits:Full-time positionBase salary, salary commensurate with experienceCommission and bonus packagePrivate Medical Insurance (upon completion of your probation period)Group Life AssuranceInterest Free Season Ticket Loan on requestCycle to Work SchemeDay off for your birthdayAn extra day off for each full year of service
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