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Company DescriptionAs Leo Burnett himself once said: “At the end of the day, we’re just people talking to people.”And that sums up how we think. We never forget that on the other side of every screen, watching every ad or reading every tweet are people. Not just pairs of eyes with credit cards. But human beings, who want to be entertained, engaged and listened to.At Leo Burnett we like to make the good stuff in life accessible to everyone. It’s our agency’s big shiny North Star, guiding everything from our work and how we build our culture, to the values we uphold and the initiatives we implement to improve Diversity Equity & Inclusion.We believe in the power of a strong culture that puts people and creativity at the heart of everything we do. Our incredible team is made up of some of the most passionate and creative minds in the industry, and you’ll be hard pushed to find a more genuinely friendly bunch. We’ve created an informal atmosphere where everyone is invited to share their ideas and thrive. And that way of working. Well, it’s working. We’re proud to say that our staff survey shows record happiness scores over the last 12 months.We are an open, down to earth and friendly bunch who are always on the lookout for passionate and curious people to join our gang.It’s never been more important to us to reflect the wonderful mix of people who consume our advertising, which is why when it comes to improving Diversity Equity & Inclusion we’re not just talking the talk, we’re walking the walk. Our internal group D&I Allies at Leo’s (DIAL) was formed to help us make and track progress against our commitment to DE&I. DIAL spearheads policies, processes and initiatives to actively advance positive change.Furthermore, in 2022 we created The Everyone Way, a process designed to embed positive DE&I practices into the creative process with our clients, working alongside DE&I consultancies The Unmistakables and The Diversity Standards Collective.We also support industry-wide initiatives such as Unstereotype Alliance, Free the Work, Just Runners, WACL and Bloom to name a few.It’s our distinctive approach, combined with our passion for populist creativity and relentless pursuit of excellence that makes Leo Burnett such a uniquely special and enjoyable place to work.Our Commitment to Diversity & InclusionDiversity and inclusion are a core part of our DNA at Leo Burnett. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, celebrates, and supports our wonderfully diverse employee group irrelevant of their age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability or ethnicity. Diversity and inclusion fuel our creativity and innovation, it enables us to be closer to our people and audiences. We will continue to strive to create a culture and environment where everyone feels empowered and more importantly comfortable enough to bring their full, authentic selves to work.We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities and for candidates in our application process. If you need assistance or adjustment due to a disability, please contact us.OverviewWe are looking for a Business Director for a 12 month FTC. As Business Director, you’ll lead some of our most important client relationships and help drive the overall health of the business. You’ll work in close partnership with strategy, creative, and production teams to deliver work that’s effective, culturally relevant, and commercially strong.You WillShape and deliver business strategies that drive revenue growth and long‑term profitabilityBuild trusted, senior relationships with clients, acting as a true business partner and advisorLead, coach, and inspire account teams, ensuring excellent client service and high standards of deliveryCollaborate closely with creative and strategy partners to produce outstanding, effective workGuide clients with clear strategic thinking, helping them navigate their business and marketing challengesStay curious about culture, category trends, and the wider industry, spotting opportunities for growthOversee account financials, including budgets, scopes, forecasting, and resourcingIdentify smarter ways of working, driving operational efficiency and effectiveness across the businessResponsibilitiesCultural LeadershipA collaborative, inclusive leader who brings energy and generosity to the way they workSomeone who leads by example and creates an environment where people can do their best workComfortable operating in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing agency environmentA genuine passion for creativity, culture, and continuous learningClient PartnershipDeep understanding of client needs, ambitions, and the realities of their businessesProven ability to build lasting, senior client relationships based on trust and impactStrategic thinker who can connect creative ideas to commercial outcomesCommercial AcumenStrong financial and commercial understanding, with experience managing complex accountsA track record of driving business growth and delivering against revenue targetsConfident identifying and unlocking new opportunities within existing and new client relationshipsQualificationsExperience in a senior leadership role within a creative, marketing, or advertising agencyStrong business development and account leadership experienceClear strategic thinking, with the ability to simplify complex challengesDeep respect for the creative process and a commitment to creative excellenceConfident, engaging communicator who can influence at all levelsAdditional InformationLeo UK offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including:📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients’ office four days per week.At Leo UK, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs – for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition – please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change – building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.
