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Influencer Director
Ogilvy London, United Kingdom
Job Posted Date: 07/09/2025
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that legacy through Borderless Creativity, innovating across advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC.
Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Role: Influence Director
Large Tech Business
Department: PR & Influence
Location: London
Contract: Fixed-Term (12 months)
Full Time/Part time: Full Time
Reporting to: Business Director/Client Partner
About Ogilvy UK
Ogilvy UK has been creating iconic ideas that deliver impact at scale since 1948. The agency specializes in brand advertising, customer experience marketing, PR, influence, and consulting, fueled by Behavioral Science. Our award-winning campaigns serve clients like Sainsbury’s, Lloyds Banking Group, Unilever, and Mondelēz International. Our influencer marketing practice is the largest globally, and we host Nudgestock, a festival of behavioral science and creativity.
The Role
As an Influence Director, you will lead exciting projects for global brands shaping culture. Your focus will be on delivering strategic and impactful campaigns, leading projects and teams with excellent client service, and demonstrating a strong understanding of influence strategy, creative output, and campaign management. You will oversee influencer campaigns, manage relationships, and stay current with cultural and social trends. Opportunities include leading new business pitches, market reviews, and industry trends.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead influencer campaigns and support teams from identification to reporting.
* Manage influencer processes and strategies across accounts.
* Attend high-profile events aligned with brand strategy.
* Collaborate with media, PR, social, brand activation, digital teams.
* Develop influencer strategies, including objectives, targets, and budgets.
* Build relationships with talent and stakeholders.
* Stay updated on cultural/social trends and customer attitudes.
* Promote our influencer offerings through thought leadership and industry events.
* Lead additional projects like pitches and market reviews.
* Build trusted client relationships and provide industry insights.
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Influence Director (2+ years preferred).
* Strong influence strategy knowledge and experience with large brands.
* Excellent problem-solving and relationship-building skills.
* Understanding of strategic and business contexts.
* Effective collaboration skills across capabilities.
* Interest in culture or sport.
How We Help You Thrive
* 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day
* Bupa Healthcare
* Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental Leave
* Flexible Working Model with core hours 10am – 4pm
* Matching Pension Structure (1.5:1)
* Wellbeing and Health benefits including exercise memberships, Unmind, LifeWorks, and eye tests.
* Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme
* Life Assurance
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do. We foster fairness, equity, and a culture of respect. Our mission is to create a positive impact and support global communities. Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodation requests, contact accommodations@ogilvy.com.
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