Company description
We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true to since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.
Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever- complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media.
Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a
Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth. Top-line growth
for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people and growth for our culture.
Powered by our best-in-class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading.
This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes.
It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best-in-class strategy, planning and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients.
It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building
relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start-ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward–thinking and accountable to our clients.
At Zenith, we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok and Verizon.
Overview
The New Business & Growth team is responsible for driving new business opportunities across Zenith’s international, supporting local markets and regional teams to win and grow client relationships. The team works closely with strategy, media, data, technology and commercial partners across not only Zenith but Publicis Groupe to deliver compelling, integrated responses to client opportunities.
Responsibilities
The New Business Manager plays a key role in supporting the delivery of Zenith’s international new business ambitions. This role is responsible for managing and supporting new business opportunities from early-stage qualification through pitch delivery and post-pitch follow-up. The role works cross-functionally across markets, disciplines and agency partners to help build competitive, well-structured and compelling client propositions, while developing strong relationships across the business and contributing to a culture of winning.
Qualifications
- Experience within media, marketing, communications or a related business development role
- Strong understanding of the media and communications landscape, with curiosity across data, technology and creativity
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence contributing to pitch narratives and presentations
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail and process
- Collaborative mindset, comfortable working across teams, markets and senior stakeholders
- Ambitious, proactive and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in new business and growth
- Confident working with senior stakeholders, while knowing when to seek guidance and escalation
Additional information
Zenith Internationalhas fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees, full details of which are shared when you join. This includes the classics like Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical, as well as Reflection Days, Shared Parental Leave amongst others.
📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).
At Zenith International, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.
Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.
