Project Lead / Project Director – Experiential & Brand Activations
Hybrid working - West Sussex office, and London base too!
Salary on application.
Are you the maestro of the \"Live\" experience?
At this agency, they don’t just \"organise events\"—they build immersive, culture-shifting worlds. We are representing a powerhouse creative agency in West Sussex looking for a heavyweight Project Lead to act as the operational anchor for their most ambitious experiential campaigns. If you have spent your career in the fast-paced world of creative agencies and thrive when the \"live\" light goes on, this is your next big stage.
What’s Different About This Role?
This isn't a \"behind a desk\" PM role. You are the bridge between a wild creative vision and a flawless reality. You’ll be joining a team that values \"courageous communication\" and gives you the autonomy to own projects end-to-end. From high-energy brand activations to large-scale installations, you won't just be ticking boxes; you’ll be troubleshooting in real-time and ensuring that every project is as commercially successful as it is creatively stunning.
What You’ll Bring:
* Agency Pedigree: You must have deep roots in a Creative or Experiential Agency environment. You know the pace, the players, and the pressure.
* Operational Grit: You’re a \"solutions-first\" leader who stays calm when the stakes (and the volume) are high.
* Commercial Sharpness: You’re a wizard with budgets, POs, and margins. You understand that the best events are the ones that deliver for the client’s bottom line, too.
* Tech Savvy: Familiarity with tools like Scoro, Pleo, or Confluence is a major bonus.
* Leadership Heart: You’re ready to mentor, coach, and champion the next generation of project talent.
What You’ll Do:
* Lead the Charge: Own the full project lifecycle, from initial resourcing and planning to live on-site delivery and final reconciliation.
* Master the Budget: Maintain total visibility over project spend, ensuring every campaign is delivered within scope and on budget.
* Stakeholder Synergy: Act as the vital link between client services, production, and external suppliers, building trust through total transparency.
* On-Site Ownership: Lead from the front during live events, managing teams and solving complex challenges on the fly.
* Process Champion: Ensure the agency's \"ways of working\" are followed to the letter while constantly looking for ways to sharpen the sword.
Why You’ll Love It:
* Impactful Work: You’ll be delivering culture-led work for some of the world’s most prestigious brands.
* Growth-Centric Culture: They invest heavily in leadership programmes and career development.
* A Supportive Tribe: Work in a high-performing, hybrid environment where your authentic self is celebrated.
* West Sussex Hub: Enjoy a creative agency vibe without the daily central London commute.
The Ideal Fit:
You are a Senior Project Manager or Project Director who is tired of the mundane. You are someone who balances extreme attention to detail with \"big picture\" thinking. You love the buzz of a live environment and have the professional maturity to lead a team through the most complex of installs. Most importantly, you are a collaborator who believes that the best work happens when everyone is aligned, inspired, and moving in the same direction.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s chat about how this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!