Manager, Global Business Development

Company DescriptionPublicis Groupe, known for its world-renowned creativity, market leading media capabilities, best in class technology and data assets, and digital and consulting expertise, is one of the world’s largest communications group in the world. With more than 103,000 people in over 100 countries, the Groupe has capabilities in Creative with agencies such as Leo Burnett and Saatchi & Saatchi, Media with agencies such as Starcom and Spark, Digital business transformation with Publicis Sapient, Data with Epsilon, and Health & Wellbeing with Publicis Health.Since 2014 and the acquisition of Sapient, Publicis Groupe has undergone a profound transformation by scaling a new model connecting data, media, creativity and technology. We have continued on that journey with the 2019 acquisition of Epsilon to further scale our data led offering and provide true momentum to our clients’ own transformation.This model, with a country led approach, is called the “Power of One” and gathers all the capabilities of the Groupe under one roof, putting clients at the core of the organization.OverviewThe Global Marketing organization is charged with bringing together Publicis Groupe’s marketing and digital business transformation offerings across creativity, media, data and technology, to drive business growth. The Business Development team sits inside this Marketing organization, responsible for New Business across the Groupe globally.The below role partners with key stakeholders to drive success in new business conversion. The role requires an outstanding track record in project management and managing multiple stakeholders. You will need proven collaborative skills with the ability to connect with multiple teams across brands, geographies and practices. You will thrive in a fast paced and agile environment.ResponsibilitiesPRODUCE WINNING WORKContribute to the development of pitch content to ensure a compelling, bold and memorable story – develop case studies, customize content to client, simplify slides, and ensure deliverables are “submission ready” to cross the finish lineSupport pitch coordination – timelines, checkpoints, deliverables, design and pitch theatre/production needsAdd intelligence value at each stage of the pitch process from kick-off to ongoing updates; able to effectively research and communicate client background and key client stakesholders and track relationships; utilize 3rd party tools such as COMvergence and LinkedInSupport client contact strategy workstreams by developing content for newsletters, Instagram accounts, microsites, etcResponsible for accurate and timely entry of pitch details in Salesforce to support Groupe reportingCLOSE COLLABORATIONEnsure accountability across pitch stakeholders to meet deadlines and deliverablesProvide support to pitch teams by coordinating worksessions, recapping feedback and timing rehearsalsOnsite support during pitch rehearsals & client meetings, working closely with Operations, to ensure flawless logisticsSupport overall BD team in staying organized. Manage communication, timing and deliverables with stakeholders across BD Operations and DesignQualificationsThe Person3 – 5 years of media, creative, integrated marketing, or similar experience; background in business development in other verticals with cross-over skillsDeveloping leader who is curious and proactively thinks around cornersExcellent attention to detail and analytical skillsPassion for organizing process and people, while maintaining flexible attitudeAbility to perform in a fast paced and changing environment, under pressure to deadlineBelieves no ask is too big and no detail too smallWilling to roll up their sleeves across content development, coordination and in-office experience to execute on a set strategic visionCritical SkillsWinning editing and communication skills, must be skillful in writing in prose and visual storytelling in PowerPointScrappy ability to gather intelligence and effectively communicate intel updates throughout the pitch processFlawless project management and organizational skillsCollaborative mindset to connect with teams across agencies, geographies and practicesAbility to work in a “flat” team structure - ask for help when needed and offer help when bandwidth is availableAbility to handle big swings in workloadSuccess CriteriaContribution to revenue conversion and external new business rankings performanceOutstanding feedback from key pitch stakeholdersAccurate & fast-paced delivery of tasksAdditional InformationOur Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/18/2024.