Business Director (Cannings Communications)Sydney, Australia
We are Australia's most experienced corporate and financial communications consultancy.
We partner with organisations to develop communications strategies for business-critical matters and long-term success.
Whether it involves building recognition, communicating financial results, mergers and acquisitions, or managing issues, our consultants have sat on both sides of the table – we know the critical moments to act and the messages to convey.
Cannings is one of Australia's most experienced corporate and financial communications firms, we combine critical thinking, creativity and our deep-seated knowledge of the issues facing leading Australian businesses, to provide communications advice tailored to your business strategy.
And while our more than 20-year history in the market has seen us build a strong portfolio of long-term, trusted clients, it's our passion for new ideas that shape the future of our industry – and yours – that keeps us one step ahead.
About the Role Cannings is looking for a Business Director who will significantly contribute to the firm's overall performance and revenues, identify and develop new business opportunities, and serve as a valued leader and resource for clients and client account teams.
As a Business Director, you have the expertise and ability to successfully build and manage businesses and people.
You will work closely with the Head of Cannings to achieve the firm's vision, values, and management philosophies.
You will add depth to client capabilities, leverage the full resources of the Ogilvy network with clients and provide support to consultants and other team members as well as the Head of Cannings.
Key Responsibilities: Actively lead the growth and development of the consultancy's practice areas.Effectively manage the account teams to ensure that work and service are delegated to the appropriate experience levels within the team structure.Develop the professional and management skills of team members; provide ongoing feedback and training opportunities for the team.Identify and develop 'real' new business opportunities and take a leadership role in new business pitches.Have a major role in company efforts to recruit and hire staff including active involvement in identifying new talent and the interview process.Lead company efforts to train and develop staff including active involvement in identifying talent for progression.Provide strategic counsel to direct reports, and manage their overall performance assessment, training and development.Work with the Head of Cannings to identify and realise training, leadership and career development needs and opportunities.Engage with senior journalists of the relevant media to maintain their understanding of how the media works, and new trends and apply these to the client as required.Develop and maintain their networks within the broader Ogilvy family.Regularly provide leadership in driving a positive and supportive work culture.
Consistently adds to the skill base of the organisation by effectively developing people.Be committed to building a sense of one company across all employees and to applying and enhancing all company resources and capabilities as a matter of course.Effectively and regularly balance the needs of the company, office, practice, staff and clients, routinely making meaningful contributions to each.About the Offer A hybrid working environment to make sure work is working for you.A tailored personal development plan to help you identify and achieve your goals, coupled with a dedicated manager to support your career and personal development.A monthly allowance for your mobile phone or home internet connection.Additional time off including your birthday, summer Fridays, and loyalty leave.Discounted rates with health insurance and fitness providers.Yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs to help keep your mind in shape.Confidential counselling support if your personal or professional life throws you a curveball.Reward programs to acknowledge achievement and loyalty.Bonus for bringing other talented people and brilliant clients into the business.Access to discounts and vouchers for big household name brands via our benefits platform, perkSPACE.Please note: All applicants must have valid Australian working rights.
Cannings is an inclusive opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace.
We encourage people of all backgrounds, orientations, identities and more to apply.
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