Head of New Business

Growth-focused. Relationship-led. Big opportunity.

We’re working exclusively with this well-known Leeds agency to appoint a key hire as they move into their next phase of growth.

They’ve got a strong reputation. They’ve got great clients. Now they want someone to bring in more of the right type of work.

This isn’t about cold calling from a list and hoping for the best. It’s about spotting opportunities, opening doors, building trust and turning conversations into long-term partnerships.

You’ll take ownership of new business and growth strategy across the agency.

That might mean developing entirely new relationships.

It might mean unlocking opportunities within existing client groups.

It might mean nurturing prospects through CRM, events, referrals and good old-fashioned relationship building.

There’s flexibility here depending on your strengths but the outcome is the same: new business wins and sustainable agency growth.

• Driving new revenue opportunities across target sectors
• Building and nurturing senior-level relationships
• Identifying growth opportunities within existing client groups and parent brands
• Developing and managing a structured pipeline (CRM-led where appropriate)
• Working closely with the senior team to shape compelling propositions
• Leading pitches and commercial conversations
• Keeping momentum high… this is a role for someone who doesn’t wait to be chased

• Proven experience in agency new business or business development
• A strong track record of generating revenue and hitting targets
• Natural relationship-building ability - warm, credible and confident
• Commercial instinct - you understand value, margin and positioning
• Self-motivation and resilience (new business isn’t for the faint-hearted)
• The ability to open doors and keep them open

Most importantly?

You’re proactive. You’re persistent (in a good way). You don’t get knocked off course easily. And you genuinely enjoy building relationships.