At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the agency's senior leadership team while driving growth and client success.
- Company: CNS Media, an award-winning independent marketing agency with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible working, gym membership, and tax-free bonus scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for executive development and a positive, collaborative work environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in an exciting growth phase.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in senior leadership within marketing or media agencies.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 120000 £ per year.
To lead the next chapter of our growth, we are looking for an exceptional Managing Director to join CNS Media.
Location: Chesterfield
Job type: Full time, permanent. 35 hours per week
Salary: Attractive 6 figure package with performance incentives.
Working model: Hybrid
Benefits: Employment Ownership Trust (EOT) tax-free company bonus scheme; flexible working; gym membership; regular team building events and socials; access to Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
Career & Personal Development: Executive leadership development opportunities; industry networking; well-being programme.
About CNS Media: CNS Media is an independent, award-winning full-service marketing agency, combining exceptional media buying power with digital and creative expertise. Founded in 2006, we work with regional, national and international brands across media, digital, creative and production services. Recently ranked among Campaign's Top 50 media agencies and named Media Buying Agency of the Year at the Global Agency Awards, we're entering an exciting new phase of growth.
The Opportunity: Reporting directly to the Board, the Managing Director will lead the day-to-day operation of the agency, working closely with senior leaders across media, digital, creative, production, sales and client services. This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious agency leader to join an established independent business with strong foundations, a talented team and significant opportunities for future growth.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead and develop the agency's senior leadership team, providing direction and support to shape and deliver the agency's long-term strategic objectives.
- Lead sales strategy and new business activity, strengthening client relationships and identifying opportunities to expand the agency's client base and service offering.
- Oversee operational delivery across the agency, ensuring the business is equipped to scale effectively.
- Foster a positive and collaborative culture across the business.
- Partner with the marketing team to drive brand awareness, thought leadership and market positioning, helping to strengthen CNS Media's profile within the industry.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a marketing, media, advertising or communications agency
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving growth and organisational performance
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Passion for building culture, inspiring teams, developing people and delivering client success
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to leadership
Why Join CNS Media? This is an opportunity to lead an award-winning independent agency with ambitious growth plans and the freedom to make a genuine impact. You’ll join a business that values entrepreneurial thinking, supported by a team with strong foundations for future growth.
Senior Director/Executive Director in Chesterfield employer: CNS Media Ltd
CNS Media is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic and supportive work environment in Chesterfield, where creativity and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, including executive leadership opportunities and a well-being programme, we empower our team to grow alongside the company. Our attractive benefits package, including a tax-free bonus scheme and flexible working arrangements, reflects our commitment to fostering a positive culture and rewarding hard work.
