Consumer, Corporate PR and Influence Business Director at Ogilvy Social.Lab South Africa

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Insight, Problem-Solving, Client Relationship Management, Campaign Management, Financial Oversight, Business Development, Creative Solutions, Social Media Strategy, Influencer Marketing, Team Leadership, Operational Processes, Cultural Trends, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Project Management, Networking

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

About the role As a Business Unit Director, you lead large, complex projects with a combination of strategic insight and hands-on execution, consistently demonstrating your ability to problem-solve and foster effective, fruitful working relationships with clients and colleagues. With a solid understanding of both Corporate and Consumer PR, social media and influence strategy, you ensure that your team is always aligned with strategic objectives while managing both large, multi-market campaigns and a portfolio of varying-sized accounts. Your experience includes directing teams to deliver award-winning work and establishing clear operational processes that drive growth and meet performance targets. Known as a trusted leader and a role model, you offer valuable guidance to team members while collaborating instinctively with partners across all communication channels. You bring deep industry knowledge and a strong network, integrating strategy and execution with exceptional project management, financial oversight, and business development skills. Your approach is defined by a commitment to upholding effective leadership, strategic problem-solving, and seamless collaboration across teams and markets. Key responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of PR and influencer campaigns and supporting managers and executives, from identification, creative, implementation and reporting. Design and define industry leading corporate, consumer and influencer strategy: recommend objectives, targets, action plan, calendar and budget. Aligning and collaborating with media, PR, social, brand activation, digital and all other stakeholders – internal and external to deliver best in class campaigns for our clients. Have a full understanding of the full marketing mix with the ability to develop and run integrated campaigns. Nurturing client appropriate talent opportunities and nurturing relationships to help deliver the PR and influencer program for clients. Strong financial acumen and stay informed about the financials of all projects you oversee and ensure the team meets agreed targets. Excellent planning and developing operational processes to improve business and team efficiencies. Lead and deliver creative and sell content solutions to internal stakeholders and clients. Responsible for overseeing day to day activations and providing oversight and council for junior support team Provide senior council to clients, advising on industry developments as they occur and showing relevance for clients on the ground. Stay up-to-date with cultural/social trends and customers views and attitudes. Assists in the development of and participation in promoting our corporate and consumer PR, social media and influencer offering across the business, including writing thought leadership and attending industry events. Leads on additional projects as required – new business pitches, market reviews and competitive trends. Ability to drive business development both organically and acquisitive and run large pitches for corporate and consumer PR, influencer management and social media. Must have: Minimum of 2-3 years in a senior position. Passion for PR, news, social media and influencer marketing with a minimum of 8 years experience in the field. The ability to remain optimistic under pressure. Good analytical skills and the ability to think strategically and creatively. Self-motivated, action-oriented and ambitious with a positive "can-do" attitude. A keen interest in all things social/PR/digital and an avid follower of relevant news & trends. About our team: Were problem solvers. We don't just spot problems (that's the easy bit) we come up with smart, creative solutions. Were active participants. We don't sit around assuming someone else will make something happen, were driven to get up and do it ourselves. Were always hugely ambitious for the work. We live in divine discontent because we always believe and want more. Were adaptable, not inflexible. That way were always open to explore new ideas, experiences and channels. Were team players, not lone wolves. Because wed be crazy not to make the most of the huge pool of talent around us. Its much more fun to work together. We use our EQ, as well is our IQ. People who get people are so much better at their jobs, and nicer to be around. What we offer: Permanent position. Local and Global client portfolio. Attractive package and benefits. Continuous training. Career conversation and growing opportunities. Hybrid Work 4:1. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be part of, please get in touch!

Responsibilities

Oversee PR and influencer campaigns, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing multi-market campaigns. Provide senior counsel to clients and lead creative content solutions.