Senior Sales Manager - Creative & Experience

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.

We are looking for a Senior Sales Manager to improve growth the growth of our creative digital agency. Reporting to the VP Growth, you will play a key role in expanding our client portfolio, fostering strategic relationships, and positioning our agency as a leader in creative and digital innovation. 

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Business Development & Prospecting

• Define and execute a strategic business development plan aligned with company growth objectives hand in hand with Creative and Experience team leads

• Identify, qualify, and engage high-potential prospects, building a strong and sustainable pipeline.

• Implement effective prospecting actions, both directly and through strategic partners.

• Leverage close connections with other expertise within the agency to create synergies and offer high-value, integrated solutions.

Client Relationship Management & Opportunities

• Present the agency’s creative and strategic expertise, showcasing the value of our services.

• Understand client needs and propose innovative, tailored solutions that set us apart.

• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to anticipate client challenges and opportunities.

Pitching & Commercial Proposals

• Lead development of proposals and responses to RFP in close collaboration with Brand Strategy and Creative leads.

• Craft compelling, customized commercial proposals that align with client objectives.

• Contribute to the design of bespoke, high-impact solutions that differentiate our agency.

Brand Development & Networking

• Represent the agency at key industry events (conferences, trade shows, networking events).

• Develop and activate a strong strategic network to enhance brand visibility and credibility.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate tracking of commercial activities, pipeline progression, and results.

• Provide insights and recommendations to optimize business development efforts and maximize impact.

• Experience (5+ years) in business development or sales within a creative / social / digital agency. Ideally, but not mandatorily, having experience working in companies that integrate media data and creative solutions.
• Strong track record in winning new business and managing high-value sales cycles.
• Expertise in selling creative and strategic services, including branding, content production, digital strategy, and performance-driven solutions.
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to engage with C-level decision-makers.
• Experience with Martech, analytics tools and business intelligence solutions.
• Well-established network within the within the creative, media, or digital ecosystem..
• Fluent in business English
• You'll love getting to know your clients, developing long-lasting relationships and adding value to their business.
• You'll be great at collaborating with team members to achieve common goals, valuing and respecting diverse contributions.
• When faced with a problem, you collaborate with the appropriate people to evaluate different options find practical solutions.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am. and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

📈 Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to LinkedIn Learning with unlimited online courses

👪 Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards ourses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

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