Job Title: Associaite Director – Lifestyle/Culture/Sport/Fashion
Location:
Central London (Hybrid – 3 days in office, flexible working options)
Salary:
£70,000 - £85,000
About the Company:
An independent, well-established yet growing creative agency at the cutting edge of sports, fashion, and lifestyle.
With a track record of delivering bold, innovative campaigns, this agency is revolutionising the way brands connect with audiences through PR, events, influencer collaborations, and creative strategy. Known for creating culturally relevant, attention-grabbing work, they partner with some of the most exciting brands in the world to make a lasting impact.
The company's unique approach is built on a foundation of creativity, collaboration, and a passion for pushing the boundaries. A blend of strategic thinking and creative execution means they consistently deliver exceptional results, and their bold ideas continue to set new standards within the industry.
The Role:
This is a leadership opportunity for an
Associate Director
to step into a key role working on a prominent sports brand that is redefining its place in the market. You'll be the driving force behind innovative campaigns, blending sports, fashion, and culture while maintaining the brand's heritage.
As
Associate Director
, you will lead a team, collaborating with clients and internal teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, integrated campaigns across PR, social media, events, and influencer content. You will be integral in building and maintaining relationships, driving business growth, and positioning the agency as a leader in the space.
You will manage both the strategic direction and day-to-day execution of campaigns, and your leadership will help foster an ambitious, forward-thinking team while expanding the brand's impact in new markets.
Key Responsibilities:
* Client Leadership: Oversee the strategic direction and execution of campaigns for a major sports brand, acting as the main point of contact and advisor for senior clients.
* Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of PR professionals, ensuring their development and fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.
* Campaign Strategy & Development: Lead creative ideation and ensure the successful implementation of integrated campaigns across PR, events, social media, and influencer content.
* Commercial Growth: Take ownership of the commercial relationship, identifying new opportunities, managing budgets, and meeting client KPIs.
* Business Development: Play an active role in securing new business, contributing to pitches, and developing strategies to expand the client's portfolio.
* Event Management & Execution: Oversee the planning and delivery of impactful live events, ensuring seamless execution and maximising brand visibility.
Who We Are Looking For:
* Experienced PR Leader: You have a proven background in PR, preferably with experience in sports, fashion, or lifestyle brands, and you're comfortable leading high-profile accounts.
* Client-Facing Professional: You excel in building and managing senior client relationships, offering strategic advice while driving campaign success.
* Creative Visionary: You understand brand storytelling and can deliver bold, integrated campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
* Proven Leader: You have experience managing teams, providing direction and support, and ensuring the team delivers their best work while developing their skills.
* Commercially Minded: You're able to balance creative ambition with business needs, ensuring campaigns are both innovative and commercially successful.
Why Join?
* Exciting Work: Lead campaigns for a high-profile sports brand that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in sports fashion.
* Creative Freedom: Work in an environment where bold ideas and creative risk-taking are not just encouraged—they're expected.
* Growth Potential: As part of an expanding agency, you'll have the opportunity to grow within a supportive team and take on new challenges.
* Collaborative Culture: Join a team where creativity thrives and where everyone is empowered to contribute and collaborate, pushing the agency to new heights.
* Industry Impact: Work with a company that is shaping the future of how brands engage with culture, sports, and fashion, ensuring that your work will leave a lasting impression.
Salary:
£70,000 - £85,000
Location:
Central London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
We are an equal opportunity employer.
We value inclusivity and diversity, believing it creates a better working world.
We love to see applicants from all different backgrounds and hire based on skills and potential, not solely focusing on prior experience.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender perception or identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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