23red is a purpose‑driven creative agency that develops brands and campaigns to change behaviour for the better and positively impact people’s lives. Whether it’s tackling climate change, fighting inequality, or driving blood donations, we take pride in creating campaigns that make a real difference to society. We are experts in crafting creative campaigns that cut through and engage, delivering them through paid, owned, earned channels and through trusted voices of media, partners or influencers. Our people are motivated by the impact of our work and we have clear values—Collaborative, Curious, Creative, Caring, and Clever.
We’re part of Capgemini Invent globally, aligned to Frog in the UK, and operate as a separate brand while enjoying the benefits of a powerful network.
Purpose of the role
This role is designed to build strong foundational experience in new business. The New Business Executive will play a vital supporting role within the agency’s new business function, keeping the pipeline active, organised, and responsive. Working closely with the New Business Manager, you will support the delivery of the agency’s growth strategy by assisting with day–to–day new business and prospecting activity, ensuring no opportunity is missed. It is a hands–on, fast–paced role ideal for someone starting a career in new business, marketing, or agency environments, who brings energy, curiosity, and a proactive mindset. It is a junior role for someone with recent agency experience (internship to 6 months) in a creative, social, PR or marketing agency environment.
What will you be doing?
Admin & Process Support
Provide general administrative support to the new business function, improving efficiency and ensuring best practices are followed. Liaise with account teams as needed.
Pitch Coordination Assistance
Support the New Business Manager and pitch teams on live opportunities by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, tracking deadlines, and ensuring smooth internal communication.
Pipeline Management
Maintain accurate and up–to–date records of opportunities, contacts, and activity within CRM systems and internal trackers, ensuring strong visibility across the team.
Agency Collateral
Assist in keeping case studies, credentials decks, and boilerplate content up to date, ensuring the team has high–quality materials ready to share.
Marketing Support
Support the new business and marketing teams with agency updates to keep contacts informed and promote agency activity across social channels; assist in planning and coordinating events and agency award entries.
Intermediary & Network Support
Help maintain relationships with key intermediaries and contacts (e.g., online platforms, procurement contacts), ensuring the agency stays visible and responsive.
Opportunity Monitoring & Research
Regularly track new business portals, industry sources, and inbound enquiries to identify potential opportunities.
Lead Qualification Support
Assist in the early‒stage qualification of opportunities by gathering key information to determine alignment with agency strengths and priorities.
Competencies
* Highly organised and detail–oriented
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint; Canva an advantage
* Proactive, energetic, and eager to learn
* Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
* Interest in agency environments, marketing, and business development
* Collaborative mindset with a positive, can‑do attitude
* Experience or familiarity with CRM systems and an understanding of social media channels and online platforms
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed at 23red to creating a team that represents the rich diversity of society, ensuring everyone can be heard and valued. We welcome all applications, especially those from individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, including people from ethnic minorities, LGBTQI+ people, people with disabilities (seen and unseen), and people of any age and class. In considering candidates we look for culture add rather than culture fit, valuing diverse perspectives.
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