We’re one of the most-awarded PR and social agencies in the country, known for bold, creative-led work that creates cultural impact. Role : Business Director Reports directly to : Client Partner ELEVEN REPRESENTS We’re one of the most-awarded PR and social agencies in the country, known for bold, creative-led work that creates cultural impact. As part of the global TBWA Collective, we work side-by-side with our creative counterparts, united by a belief in the power of disruptive ideas. We champion cultural curiosity, collaboration and work that makes brands matter. ABOUT THE JOB We're searching for an ambitious and experienced Business Director / Account Director to join our highly awarded team in Melbourne. We want someone who is passionate about taking reputable brands to the next level with culturally impactful, award-winning PR and social media campaigns. This is an influential role, where ultimately, you are responsible for managing, retaining and growing a portfolio of highly recognised accounts. We’re not looking for just another PR professional, we want a tenacious, driven leader who wants to do truly career-defining work and lead a team who are talented and eager to learn from you. A DAY IN THE LIFE Leading the development and execution of PR-led and integrated campaigns Collaborating closely with internal creative, strategy and client service teams Managing several client accounts, including management of campaign activity, budgets and timelines to deliver on strategic goals Providing senior counsel and strategic direction to client brand leads Staying ahead of earned media shifts and trends to future-proof client success Inspiring and guiding junior and mid-level team members Contributing to agency culture through curiosity, collaboration and creative leadership WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ELEVEN 5 years working in a similar environment Experience leading large brands with award-winning campaigns Proven background in working in an integrated, creative environment encompassing planning, creative, digital, content and production Effectively plan and meet deadlines; successfully juggling multiple work priorities and managing your own and your team’s time High level influencing skills and communication skills – ability to construct strong and logical arguments Expert understanding of how modern newsrooms and newscycles operate High comfort level with fast-paced, creative-led environments Excellent client relationship and presentation capabilities Demonstrated success in growing and winning new business WHAT LIFE IS LIKE AT ELEVEN Fast paced, collaborative and rewarding We’re professionals but don’t take ourselves too seriously We’re hard on the work, kind to each other Creativity can come from anywhere We’re flexible, but believe the best stuff happens when we’re in the agency together WHAT WE’LL BRING TO YOU Career development : growing and developing all our people is critical to our success – we do so through an always on feedback culture – not just an annual review. Training : we have a continuous learning culture, designed to empower our people with the skills and confidence to steward our most important asset: Creativity. We provide a range of internal and external training opportunities, personalised to your individual needs. We also benefit from access to Global Learning Programs. Radically open collective : we are a collective, not a network. Each of our offices has its own personality and special skills. We thrive on our difference but are united by our common language of Disruption®. We are flexible, fluid and organic. None of us are as good as all of us. Flexibility policy: we work with a level of flexibility that brings the best performance for both the individual and the team around them, with Mondays and Fridays mandatory.
