Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.
As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.
Role: Project Director
Location: London, England, United Kingdom (Onsite)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Working as a senior lead on the business, you will help define and shape all processes and set operational best practice across this project. This role will be critical in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and completion of the rebranding project across the entire portfolio of brands for our client and aligning with their strategic goals.
You own and are responsible for defining the creative production process across the client team. You will need to ensure that the client’s Project Lead is aligned on the same ways of working and processes.
You oversee a Project Manager as well as the rest of the existing, talented team, to drive the project from brief to delivery. You will work with the Resource Team to ensure the right talent is assigned to fulfil the project(s) to the highest standards, working hand-in-hand with multi-disciplinary department leads and account management teams.
The Project Director is always ready to face new challenges while striving for perfection. Overseeing complex and high-end projects, requiring skill and effort, whilst monitoring and working with a sharp eye for detail. Colleagues will rely on the Project Director to plan and execute clear strategies and timelines.
Most important, this role requires a courteous, positive and high-energy individual with great people skills. We value hard work, and we want to have fun doing it.
Reporting into the Managing Partner, the Project Director will be responsible for the Project Management and Resource Team and the services that they provide.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Develop and implement a comprehensive project plan, outlining timelines, milestones, budgets, and deliverables. Effectively monitor progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure projects are delivered on brief, on time and within budget.#
• Ensure efficient allocation of resources and cost control. Where applicable, to identify and secure additional resources ahead of time – including internal personnel and external vendors.
• Track expenditures and report on financial performance to senior management.
• Lead a cross-functional team across strategy, design, CX and Creative.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and ensure clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to team members to ensure high performance and accountability.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications alongside the Business Director.
• Engage with senior management, department heads, and other key stakeholders to secure buy-in and support for the project.
• Work closely with the client project lead to ensure all stakeholders are managed and the necessary feedback / sign offs are sought across the length of the project.
• Organise and lead regular project meetings, providing updates on progress, addressing concerns, and making necessary adjustments.
• Oversee the execution of all rebranding activities, ensuring they align with the overall project timeline and client-approved list of deliverables.
• You will be open and willing to attend sustainability training relevant to your role and soak up recommended research and reading about sustainability issues.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE GREAT IN THIS ROLE:

• A minimum of 7+ years of proven experience in project management, specifically in leading large-scale rebranding or marketing projects.
• Experience in working as part of a team to deliver high quality work that is on time and within budget.
• Experience defining best practice and creative processes.
• Experience and knowledge of delivering cross-platform projects e.g. digital display, website and video.
• Experience managing and getting the best out of a team.
• Experience working with near and off-shore teams and knowledge of the implications of this, specifically, financially and operationally.
• Proven ability at delegating tasks and ensuring the right expertise is provided for all projects.
• Hands-on experience with tracking resource, using systems and supporting databases. Rebranding project experience is highly desired.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to make sure quality control procedures are followed and adhered to.
• Ability to think on your feet and make decisions; you are someone who finds solutions rather than simply reports problems.
• Excellent engagement skills and proven ability to build high quality relationships with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and team management skills.
• Proactivity and adaptability; you are someone who is able to effectively work under pressure and in a changeable environment.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, assess project performance, and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in risk management and issue resolution.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello) and other relevant tools.
• The ability to manage and mentor junior team members e.g. Project Manager
• You can be the change - you prioritise environmental responsibility, social equity, and economic viability and how that translates into your day-to-day role.
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Our values shape everything we do:
Be Ambitious to succeed
Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible
Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work
Be always learning and listening to understand
Be Results-focused to exceed expectations
Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations
OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.
OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle