Senior Business Director

Howatson+Company is an advertising agency that’s committed to expressing creativity in all its forms to positively influence people and culture. Put simply, we care fiercely. For the people who work here. For the brands we work on. And for the community we live in. That’s why we overinvest in training, generosity and pausing to recognise excellence and effort in our people. It’s also why we’re 100% carbon neutral. What's My Job? You’re a Senior Business Director in the Business Management team. You’re helping clients navigate their brand journey, shaping both their creative direction and their business strategy. Reporting to the Group Business Director, you sit at the intersection of strategic vision and creative execution, leading client relationships and managing teams to deliver high quality results. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that all work is executed to the highest standard and exceed client expectations. A Day in the Life: You treat your clients' businesses like they are your own.You manage client discussions, offering thoughtful guidance that helps them thrive in a constantly evolving landscape.You keep an eye on the big picture, managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables, but also dive deep when the details matter most.Cross-functional teams rely on you for vision and direction. It’s your job to bring people together, creative, tech, experience design, production, and ensure everything runs smoothly.You don’t just talk about innovation, you lead it. Whether it’s introducing AI into your process or thinking up smarter, creative collaborations, you’re focused on what makes the best impact.Tight timelines? Fast-moving projects? No problem. You know how to keep teams motivated and projects on track, all while ensuring the work hits the mark for the client and the brand.You see the work you have produced out in the world - whether it be on a TV commercial or OOH billboard - "Hey! I made that!" is what you say, when you are explaining your job to your family and friends. How will we know that you are the one? You have successfully managed large project or retained clients in an advertising setting. You know how to work with; traffic, design, creative, strategy, media, PR/Influence, technology and production teams... not just work with them, but excel in working with them.You have a really strong understanding of your clients' businesses, needs and strategy. In fact, you should have some big wins under your belt where you have known what your clients needs are before they do.You can manage people. Effectively, collaboratively and with a sense of care and trust.You’re great at balancing the needs of the client with the goals of the team, strong relationships and delivering measurable growth is where you excel.You’re fluent in using innovative technologies to enhance creativity while keeping a realistic grasp on production and timelines.Influence comes naturally, whether you’re sharing feedback with the team or pitching ideas to clients, you’re clear, confident, and focused on impact.You're experienced in leading large scale accounts, rolling out production shoots, and heading up projects that move fast and are constantly evolving. Other things that will make you excel in this role: 8-10+ years managing client relationships across teams within the advertising industry.Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, or a related field.Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.Ability to bridge the gap between technical capabilities and creative execution.Laser-focused attention to detail.Commerical mindset with proven business accumen expeirence. Who are Howatson + Company?Howatson + Company are a fully integrated creative agency that believe in the power of influence.We believe that the magic comes from the ‘+’.The intersection of diverse people, culture and capabilities, that create solutions that drive business outcomes for our clients and leave the world a better place. How do we do it? We care fiercely about the people we work with, the brands we work on and the world we live in.We have several key values: Be a customerWe act without judgement or preconceptions. Diversity creates breakthroughWe embrace challenges and different points of view. Collaboration is the only wayThe intersection of our specialisms creates our magic. Creativity is our weaponWe believe creativity can solve problems, create things people love and change the world for good. We can only afford to be distinctiveNo ‘house style’, we express creativity in all its forms. Never walk aloneWe bring everyone on the journey and it’s everyone’s job to contribute. Values cost somethingWe don’t compromise on our values, ever. Some of our most recent accoladesContagious Pioneers - Best and Bravest 2024Cannes Global Independent Agency of the Year - Good 2023, #1 Independent Agency Australia 2024Adnews Creative, Independent, Employer and Agency of the Year 2024Mumbrella Creative, Independent and Emerging Agency of the Year 2023B&T Independent Agency of the Year 2023Andy’s Global Independent Agency of the Year 2023Spikes Grand Prix, Independent Agency of the Year 2023LBB APAC Creative Agency of the Year 2022D&AD Global Independent Agency of the Year 2022LIA Grand Prix 2022, Independent Agency of The Year AU/NZ 2022Campaign AU/NZ Independent AOTY, AU/NZ Marketing AOTY, AU/NZ B2B AOTY 2022 Howatson+Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We invite anyone to apply. Please send your details and CV to jobs@howatsonco.com.au If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let the recruitment consultant know.