Role Overview
The Growth Executive is an entry level role within the dentsu Growth team, supporting the delivery of new business activity across media. Working closely with the Global Business Development Director and wider growth community, this role provides hands on support across pitches, proposals and growth projects.
This position is ideal for someone at the early stages of their career who is highly organised, curious, and keen to develop experience in media, marketing, and business development. Previous experience in a project coordination, PA, or administrative type roles is welcomed.
Job Description:
Pitch & Project Support
- Support the coordination of RFIs and RFPs, assisting senior team members to ensure pitches are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Help develop and maintain pitch timing plans, schedule meetings, and track key milestones.
- Assist with the organisation of pitch logistics including team sessions, brainstorms, rehearsals, and pitch presentations.
- Support the preparation of pitch materials, ensuring documents are correctly formatted, version‑controlled, and easy to access.
- Maintain organised and up‑to‑date pitch content within the SharePoint hub.
Research & Insight Support
- Conduct research on clients, prospects, and competitors to support pitch development and learning.
- Gather background information and insights to help inform pitch teams and business development activity.
- Support the maintenance of competitor and market intelligence materials.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Act as a point of coordination between internal teams, helping to keep communication clear and organised.
- Support collaboration across multiple teams and markets by tracking actions and following up where needed.
- Work closely with senior growth team members, gaining exposure to different aspects of the new business process.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Desirable
- Experience in an administrative, coordination, PA, or project support role.
- Interest in media, marketing, or advertising (previous industry experience not essential).
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and collaborative tools such as SharePoint.
Benefits for you
Want to discuss your career goals? Want financial advice? Or savings every time you dine out?
Providing personal and finance coaches to give you a mental massage is just a couple of ways we support you.
You can access dentsu's wellbeing hub and choose your benefits package across health, financial and lifestyle initiatives; from private medical cover to pension, therapy, cycle-to-work schemes, food and retail discounts, and everything in between.
Also, you can make the most of 25 days leave + your birthday off + 2 charity days, and three wellness days to have a bit of 'me' time too.
This is a permanent role, based in London. We operate a hybrid working business so you would be required in the office 2-3 days per week.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
This job description is a summary of the essential functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description. Other duties, as assigned by the supervisor, might be part of the job.
Location:
London
Brand:
Global Media
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent