Head of New Business and Marketing

As a leading provider of marketing, direct mail and graphics solutions across the UK, Wodehouse are looking for an experienced, talented and motivated Head of New Business & Marketing.

Are you a seasoned professional with a knack for forging lucrative partnerships? Do you possess the strategic prowess to drive business growth through innovative marketing initiatives? Can you bring something to the party? If so, we want you to join us as.

Working closely with the Managing Director, and as the Head of New Business & Marketing, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the business and taking it to the next level. Your primary responsibility will be to identify and capitalise on new client opportunities that align with the agency's proposition and service offerings – in other words, generate new business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and profile potential new clients to expand our clientele base.

• Selling our services by telephone and in-person to both existing and potential new clients

• Elevate the brand and marketing efforts of the agency to establish it as the ‘go-to’ partner for charities, the public sector and businesses alike.

• Develop and implement contact strategies to engage potential clients directly and through intermediaries.

• Curate a comprehensive database of collateral to streamline the new business process.

• Ensure that the agency consistently meets or exceeds annual new business targets.

SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES REQUIRED:

• Proven track record in business development and marketing. Knowledge of print and direct mail would be advantageous but not essential.

• Sales and marketing knowledge across both digital and traditional advertising channels

• Strong ability to identify and engage new client opportunities.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Strategic mindset with a results-oriented approach.

• Collaborative team player.

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred – but convince the Managing Director otherwise.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role.

• Familiarity with industry-standard tools and platforms

• A full UK driving licence.

IN RETURN FOR YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WILL OFFER YOU:

• A competitive salary + generous OTE bonus + commission.

• 20 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Opportunities for professional career development.

• A great opportunity to work for a leading and well established creative agency.

• Free on-site parking.

• Lap top and mobile phone provided.

• Social events and activities throughout the year.

• Job Type

• Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday).

A fantastic career opportunity, you will be joining a friendly, relaxed but exceptionally hard-working agency with growth and customer service at the forefront of the business.