Influence Manager

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Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture‑changing ideas for 75 years, starting in 1948. The agency blends advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting and health capabilities, collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices worldwide. In 2023 Ogilvy UK celebrated its 75th anniversary and was the most awarded agency in Europe. Ogilvy is home to the world’s largest influencer‑marketing practice and hosts the flagship Nudge stock festival, now in its 12th year.

• Department: PR & Influence
• Location:
  
  London
• Contract type:
  Fixed‑Term (12 months)
• Employment:
  Full Time
• Working pattern:
  Hybrid
• Reporting into:
  Influence Director / Influence Business Director

As an Influence Manager you lead the planning, execution and optimisation of influencer campaigns across a range of clients and sectors. You manage your workload autonomously, drive quality and end‑to‑end delivery, build trusted client relationships, communicate across teams, resolve issues, manage timelines and mentor junior staff.

• Run multiple influencer campaigns from start to finish.
• Identify, vet and negotiate contracts with talent.
• Implement campaigns across relevant channels.
• Oversee delivery, ensure quality and report on KPIs.
• Maintain the influencer database for accuracy.
• Resolve day‑to‑day problems independently and only raise to senior leadership when appropriate.

• Recommend objectives, targets and creative concepts.
• Present solutions and reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and nurture client‑appropriate talent opportunities.

• Serve as the primary point of contact, manage expectations and provide timely updates.
• Build long‑term relationships by delivering work that meets objectives and deadlines.

• Communicate across media, PR and social teams, coordinating timelines and updates.
• Prioritise tasks, keep senior leadership informed and ensure deadlines are met.

• Manage campaign budgets and timelines to deliver profitably and on schedule.
• Communicate workload capacity to line managers.

• Support junior team members with feedback, knowledge sharing and informal mentoring.

• Strategic Development – lead strategic design for mid‑size accounts.
• Commercial Acumen – understand profitability, identify growth opportunities and contribute to pitches.
• Senior Client Counsel – evolve into a strategic advisor for mid‑level clients.
• Team Leadership – develop formal line‑management skills and inspire a team.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in influencer marketing, preferably agency.
• Proven track record of managing multiple campaigns, budgets and timelines.
• Platform knowledge of Linked In and You Tube; experience with emerging platforms adds value.
• Strong relationship‑building with subject‑matter experts and executives.
• Curiosity and technical insight to craft multi‑stakeholder messaging.
• Excellent problem‑solving and escalation skills.
• Mentoring or coaching experience desirable.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Commitment to continuous learning in influencer marketing trends.

• 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day
• Bupa Healthcare
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and parental leave
• Core working hours 10am‑4pm with flexible model
• 1.5:1 matching pension structure
• Wellbeing support: up to £25/month for exercise or online classes, Unmind, Life Works, eye tests.
• Season ticket loan and Cycle‑to‑Work scheme
• Life Assurance

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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