Director New Business

Stagwell Media is a global media agency that delivers performance built to unlock ambition on every platform. As part of Stagwell, the challenger network transforming marketing through AI, Stagwell Media is transforming media through an agile, integrated model that powers growth and helps brands navigate an evolving marketplace. Powered by next-generation agentic technology, including The Media Machine, its AI-native operating system, the agency accelerates optimization, maximizes media investment efficiency and drives higher-quality audience engagement.

With more than 2,300 experts across 50+ markets, Stagwell Media delivers transformative results for leading global brands including Lenovo, DP World, and P&G.

Stagwell Media is a global media agency that delivers performance built to unlock ambition on every platform. As part of Stagwell, the challenger network transforming marketing through AI, Stagwell Media is transforming media through an agile, integrated model that powers growth and helps brands navigate an evolving marketplace. Powered by next-generation agentic technology, including The Media Machine, its AI-native operating system, the agency accelerates optimization, maximizes media investment efficiency and drives higher-quality audience engagement.

With more than 2,300 experts across 50+ markets, Stagwell Media delivers transformative results for leading global brands including Lenovo, DP World, and P&G.

We are seeking an ambitious, highly organized, and strategic Director, New Business to drive growth for our media agency. In this mid-level leadership role, you will manage the end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) process, orchestrate the agency pitch pipeline, and help position our media services to prospective clients. You will sit at the crossroads of our strategy, data, and creative teams to build compelling narratives that win new business.

• Pitch Management:
  Lead the day-to-day operations of the agency's active pitch pipeline, ensuring all milestone deadlines, chemistry meetings, and final presentations run seamlessly.
• RFP Orchestration:
  Own the writing, formatting, and submission of RFI and RFP documents by gathering inputs from various specialized internal departments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner with media planners, digital buyers, data analysts, and senior management to design cohesive, multi-channel pitch strategies.
• Prospecting & Market Intelligence:
  Research emerging brands, track spending shifts, and identify prospective clients that align with the agency's growth goals
• Collateral Development:
  Create and continuously update the agency’s marketing materials, credential decks, case studies, and proprietary tool overviews.
• Reporting & Tracking:
  Maintain data cleanliness in the agency CRM, tracking win/loss metrics, pitch costs, and prospective client health.

• Experience:
  
  5 to 7 years of experience working within an advertising or media agency, with at least 2 years focused specifically on business development or account management.
• Media Acumen: U nderstanding of modern media channels, including paid search, social media, programmatic buying, and traditional linear channels.
• Project Management:
  Exceptional organizational skills with a proven track record of handling high-pressure deadlines and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communication:
  Masterful written and verbal communication skills, including a talent for turning complex media data into simple, persuasive pitch decks.
• Tech Savvy:
  High proficiency in presentation software (Keynote, PowerPoint) and CRM tools (Salesforce, Hub Spot), alongside familiarity with media research platforms like Nielsen or Comscor e .