Director Business development (Advertising Agency)

We are seeking a seasoned Marketing & Business Development Head with deep industry relationships and proven experience in driving consistent business growth for advertising or brand communication agencies. The ideal candidate is a network-driven professional who has successfully handled brand accounts, campaign mandates, and long-term client relationships across sectors such as FMCG, Real Estate, BFSI, Retail, Lifestyle, and Technology.

You will play a strategic leadership role — bringing in new brand partnerships, reviving dormant accounts, and steering the agency’s business expansion through strong relationship management and market insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard new brand clients for creative, digital, and media services.
• Leverage existing industry contacts to generate recurring business opportunities.
• Develop and execute client acquisition strategies aligned with agency capabilities.
• Represent the agency in industry forums, events, and brand leadership circles.
• Collaborate with the creative and digital teams to tailor proposals and pitches.
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business and referrals.
• Contribute to overall brand positioning, business planning, and revenue growth.

Ideal Profile

• 15–25 years of experience in advertising agencies in senior leadership roles (Business Head / VP / Client Servicing Director / Marketing Head).
• Strong existing network with brand CMOs, marketing heads, and decision-makers.
• Excellent understanding of brand communication, media, and digital landscapes.
• Proven track record of business generation and client retention.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative and professional approach.
• Retired or semi-retired professionals with active brand relationships are also welcome.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing creative agency poised for expansion.
• Flexible engagement structure (consulting, part-time, or full-time).
• Performance-based incentives and partnership potential.
• A chance to shape the next phase of the agency’s growth using your experience and network.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Freelance

Pay: ₹566,956.37 - ₹2,305,621.93 per year

Work Location: In person