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ABOUT WE

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world, with 23 offices globally and more than 1,400 employees who love bringing communications to the next level. We’re independent, we’re all about our people — both our clients and our employees — and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. Our sector expertise across key verticals — including technology, healthcare, consumer, and brand purpose — translates into insights and strategies that are informed, current and credible. We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers or reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people’s lives.

When you work at WE, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating an open and welcoming workplace full of bright, skilled and determined people.

In London, WE is committed to a fully hybrid working model, to enable us to nurture a culture of collaboration, flexibility and inclusivity. Whether you work from our office in Southwark or from home we trust you to manage your week in the way that best suits you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking to hire a fearless Associate Director to spearhead a number of the marque clients within our award-winning technology practice. The ideal candidate will be a superstar technology communicator who wants an environment where passion, creativity and curiosity are valued. We are looking for someone who has experience running profitable international accounts in the B2B Tech sector.

Successful candidates will have a knack for first-class client service, mentoring and growing direct reports, excellent presentations skills and an interest in being part of a growing practice (including the agency opportunities and responsibilities that might entail).

If you’re passionate about working for innovative clients and have proven success in managing large-scale accounts, know how to make clients happy and are able to effectively build and lead an account team, we’d love to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client service

• Overall team and client leadership (reporting into a Director), including:

• Account planning and strategic direction

• Providing strategic counsel to direct clients and senior stakeholders to help retain and grow the business

• Issues resolution

• Results oversight inc. defining KPIs and service agreements

• Budget management, team resourcing (in conjunction with AM) and coaching on commercial aptitude

• Identifying and converting opportunities for organic growth

Press office

• Using established network of national/business media contacts (with a particular focus on senior level influencers) to deliver strategic analysis and tier one media opportunities

• Leading significant media campaigns (inc. developing plans and advising on approach)

• Proactive story leadership/supervision using strong industry, trends and technology knowledge

• Advising on more complex inbound media enquiries

• Reviewing materials (as needed)

Social media

• Partnering with account social/digital leads to drive integrated comms strategies

New business

• Leading new business pitches, developing a pipeline of prospects and managing the process – helping to develop the strategic insight, messaging and creative concepts

Agency & technology practice leadership

• Involvement in the WEUKAD peer group

• Involvement in the UK Tech Leads group

• Oversight of AM peer group

• Managing career development and performance of direct reports

• Training junior level staff

PREVIOUS PROVEN EXPERIENCE

• SAD experience within B2B clients inc. technical, across multiple sectors

• Experience in running business critical multi-market and UK accounts, and a proven track record in organic growth

• Proven track record of delivering successful integrated campaigns

• Proactive and effective team leader, able to run efficient and motivated teams, get ahead of issues

• Proven ability to develop strong senior media relationships, which they use to develop powerful media narratives and secure tier one opportunities

• Experience conducting successful business development for both new and existing clients

• Demonstrated ability to drive strong client relationships, providing strategic & tactical advice, drafting/executing plans, providing thoughtful analysis

• In-depth understanding and management of client budgets – and ability to discuss/negotiate authoritatively with clients

CULTURE

• Fast paced (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)

• Strong customer service orientation

• Spirited (look for inquisitive employees who will ask questions, challenge and get stuck in)

• Non-hierarchical, open working environment (ability to work in a team, contribute to meetings)

• Social (willing to get involved in agency life and with your peer group)

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

WE Communications

ABOUT WE

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world, with 23 offices globally and more than 1,400 employees who love bringing communications to the next level. We’re independent, we’re all about our people — both our clients and our employees — and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. Our sector expertise across key verticals — including technology, healthcare, consumer, and brand purpose — translates into insights and strategies that are informed, current and credible. We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers or reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people’s lives.

When you work at WE, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating an open and welcoming workplace full of bright, skilled and determined people.

In London, WE is committed to a fully hybrid working model, to enable us to nurture a culture of collaboration, flexibility and inclusivity. Whether you work from our office in Southwark or from home we trust you to manage your week in the way that best suits you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are on the hunt for a Director to join our technology team on a permanent basis. A critical role in WE UK, the new hire will report directly to the MD and be charged with working closely with other senior tech leadership to build on existing client relationships and drive new business acquisitions in the market. Ideally, you will come from a Corporate/B2B Technology background.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ATTRIBUTES

Portfolio Development

• Working closely with the sector lead, builds/leads a client portfolio that delivers immediate- term revenue and long-term local and regional portfolio strength in line with our brand

• Identifies, cultivates, and secures relevant new business opportunities in terms of the brands we work with and the services we offer

• Provides senior counsel to C-Suite client stakeholders around strategy and issues/crisis management

• Generates and develops organic growth and diversification opportunities with existing clients by bringing in relevant specialist capabilities and new services

• Identifies opportunities to connect our work for clients across multiple markets in APAC, EMEA and North America

• Has responsibility for ensuring client satisfaction on the businesses within their portfolio – making sure high quality work is delivered and collaborating with relevant account managers/leads to constantly optimize performance

• Delivers great work for clients that exceeds expectations, is creative and makes positive business impact for clients and the agency

Agency & Team Leadership

• Experience managing teams, with a passion for developing talent and building career paths

• Thinks about the right team capabilities for the future to cultivate new and organic growth

• Creates a sense of community in the team to foster knowledge development and sharing.

• Conducts effective line management of senior team members

• Works with the broader leadership team to support the effective running of the agency – managing a number of cross-agency initiatives and contributing to ongoing business planning/discussion

• Contributes to P&L, forecasting and divisional budgeting

• Demonstrates global leadership perspective and builds productive relationships with peers, clients and partners across regions

Thought Leadership in Service Offer Development

• Work to promote WE’s external reputation through involvement in agency marketing initiatives and within own network

• Advocates for agency IP and helps teams use ‘Brands in Motion’ (BIM) to deliver greater client insight and unlock new opportunities

• Is able to articulate key trends at global, regional and local market levels; able to identify future needs of the sector as well as the short- and long-term requirements for brands

PREVIOUS PROVEN EXPERIENCE

• Experience in C-level communications – CEO transitions, M&A, crisis/ issues management

• Comfortable discussing corporate strategy as well as implementing campaigns, evidencing delivery of innovative, integrated and sustained campaigns

• Highly networked and respected within the communications industry in the UK and proven track record of signing new clients and cultivating relationships in the right circles

• Able to drive revenue growth and deliver profitability across their client portfolio

• Strong understanding of the future of integrated communications and how agency IP can present a roadmap for the future

• Experience working across multiple markets, heading up client accounts with revenue of £1m plus

• An impactful communication style that motivates others

• Diplomatic, high influencing capability and persuasive approach to change

CULTURE

• Fast paced (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)

• Strong customer service orientation

• Spirited (look for inquisitive employees who will ask questions, challenge and get stuck in)

• Non-hierarchical, open working environment (ability to work in a team, contribute to meetings)

• Social (willing to get involved in agency life and with your peer group)

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

WE Communications

The Creative Producer role focuses on delivery of events, mailers and activations for major brand and high- profile clients. The role will take responsibility for both event logistics and creative on projects of varying sizes and be responsible for on-going client account management including securing new commercial opportunities.

ABOUT US

We are a new-generation, multi-discipline, experience design studio… and if you were wondering what that actually means; well, we create brand experiences which dabble in food and drink, crafts, set design, aquatic plants, sandcastles, flower pressing, glass blowing (you get the idea) to build unique experiences, that matter. We do not believe in “one size fits all” propositions and think that good design doesn’t always have to be serious to get serious results.

We work with commercial brands to produce experiences which crescendo their marketing calendars. We love what we do and that passion shows right through the design process and into all physical touch points. We join the dots between an array of talented people to create immersive experiences, whether that’s a mailer on your doorstep, a VIP retail workshop or an all singing all dancing event! Our clients include big names such as John Lewis, Estee Lauder, Longchamp and Selfridges.

We are SO proud to be B Corp certified. We are part of a growing group of companies championing conscious business practices by prioritising purpose as well as profit. B Corp (in a nutshell) envision a global economy that uses business as a force for good! Pushing for positive change has been a critical part of our company’s growth and success – if we can make it better, more robust and more green – we will. Now we are certified our aim is to be the very best creative partner for brands that want to achieve fabulous creative but not at the earths expense.

We are a young team based in Central London who put people first and promote a friendly atmosphere. We work hard, we’ve got each other’s backs, we like to have a laugh, and ultimately, we are looking for strong teammates who are looking to build upon the successes we have already had and takes us to new lofty heights!

WHO YOU’LL BE WORKING WITH:

Heaps + Stacks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive

environment, where all applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion,

gender, sexual orientation, age or disabilities.

• Internal: CP will lead on day to day management of their direct reporting Jr staff within the team, being accountable for their performance and providing them with learning and development opportunities
• External: Various client teams, including senior level clients and directors (CP will often need to lead on meetings with support from JR staff). Suppliers who need specialist and experienced knowledge and who are integral to activation success such as set build, lighting, tech, stylists etc
• Line manager: CP will report into the Creative Project Director and Company Director to feedback on day to day successes, developments as well as any challenges along the way. 

WHATS EXPECTED:

• The role is ‘end to end’ from brief, pitch and throughout the project lifecycle from development to delivery
• The role is client facing & requires excellent account management skills to maintain and build client relationships
• Identifying appropriate on brand and on budget venues
• Developing creative from mood boarding to set design and dressing
• Planning and producing a variety of events ranging from small workshops to larger experiential, press days, product launches and mailer activations
• Assisting on some elements of marketing, PR, branding, trade shows to promote Heaps + Stacks
• Capturing, interpreting and responding to briefs
• Developing workshop and event concepts and designs
• Creative proposal writing and presentations
• Guiding the creative development of the project from the mood and atmospherics to the set build and finishes
• End to end project & budget management, on and offsite
• Managing and briefing support staff, stylists and content teams
• Styling, prop making and prop sourcing
• Admin and account management
• Talent booking – artists, influencers, special acts etc
• Negotiating with and co-ordinating suppliers
• Networking across the account and developing sales opportunities with previous clients and growing existing accounts
• Aid with marketing via newsletters, video creation, photography, social ads, social media 

WORKING WITH US: 

To succeed here, you have to love working at pace. It’s relentless, but we love it. Change is a certainty – you need to adapt and be agile. We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We’re always pushing boundaries. We empower our people, giving them freedom and autonomy to learn and grow in their roles. We’re passionate, agile, creative and one team. 

MORE ABOUT YOU:

In addition to a proven track record of excellent client account management. You will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in:

Supplier Management

You will have managed third-party suppliers (i.e. promotional staff, artists/specialists, Venue contracts) and external freelance support whilst demonstrate extensive knowledge of the events industry (venues, caterers, launches, experiential and promotional events).

Project Management

• Writing compelling presentations, producing schedules and itineraries required for event delivery 
• Financial control and management of large-scale logistics budgets (e.g. between £5k and £300k) 
• In depth experience as an event producer within a similar size & quality organisation
• Expert knowledge of all event elements including managing the process and timeline, venue sourcing, food and beverage, staff management and transport
• Proven capability to input into projects budgets; up to £300,000
• Third party supplier management including managing relationships
• Team leadership experience, ability to line manage, mentor team members and motivate team members
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Resilient under pressure with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy & adhere to high standards of quality when working to tight deadlines
• Proficient and experienced user of Microsoft Office suite is essential, particularly Word, PowerPoint & Excel
• Strong track record in very detailed experimental events for high-profile brands
• Excellent planning, organisational and prioritisation skills
• Add to the supplier data base with interesting artists and designers etc
• Actively help with new business via send outs, meetings and pitches
• Have excellent communication & presentation skills (verbal and written) and proven ability to manage client expectations and ensure exceptional levels of service quality
• Be able to travel Vauxhall when required and able to work unusual hours if required
• To have a cultural/social understanding of what’s relevant for each brand we work with
• Have an interest in sustainability, materiality and look at experience production with a future focused and environmental lens 

To be considered for this position we are looking for candidates with 4 years min experience working within an event or experiential agency. We are looking for experience in delivering integrated campaigns involving events, knowledge of the whole creative process and the ability to interpret a brand and develop creative concepts. 

WHY JOIN US?

• Flexi working times and working from home. The team can work their 7.5 hours with a start and finish that suits them, we are also flexible to work from home or wherever best to get the jobs done to the highest standard. This is completely up to the team member to decide on their own accord but of course altered working hours must not disrupt the wider team or the paying client. 
• Collaboration – as pretty much all of our projects include site visits, physical items, office deliveries, face to face brainstorms etc we do recommend 2-3 days per week in the office per week to get the best results. This is recommendation only and will vary from time to time, week to week. 
• We have meeting free Fridays to give the team time to wrap up their work as well as a good amount of time, uninterrupted to get stuck into deep work. 
• Training. We are proud to offer training to all employees including group training days with varying themes and topics as well as offering employees further training to upskill for the maximum value of £500 per year. 
• Duvet Days – Our team have 2 duvet days per year. A duvet day is a day that you can take off without notice in advance. They can be taken whenever you need a day off due to mental health and you haven’t already requested annual leave. 
• Holiday – we offer 25 days annual leave per year and after an employee has completed two years working at Heaps + Stacks you are entitled to one day extra holiday per year for each additional year of service, capped at a maximum of 30 days holiday per year (excluding Bank Holiday and National Holidays). 
• After three years of service with Heaps + Stacks, employees are entitled to a one off, £1000 bonus
• After five years of service with Heaps + Stacks offer employees the opportunity to take a one month fully paid sabbatical
• Maternity – We will pay enhanced maternity/adoption pay if you have been employed with us for 37 weeks at the 15th week before your Expected Week of Childbirth. The pay is broken down into:

1. Twelve weeks full pay
2. Followed by six weeks half pay
3. Followed by fifteen weeks off Statutory Maternity Pay flat rate.

• Any employees returning back to work at Heaps + Stacks after maternity or adoption leave will receive a one off discretionary welcome back bonus
• Expensed Gallery Trips – We offer each team member £25.00 to expense for a visit a gallery or exhibition every month.
• Good Egg. At the end of the month the team vote who has gone above and beyond that month and whoever gets voted the most gets a voucher for Selfridges. 

Heaps + Stacks – B Corp

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Call
For Families That Aren’t The Expected Set Up

Looking for: 

• Families that aren’t the expected set up
• All ages
• Shooting between 27th Feb – 17th March

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Call
For Families With Someone Who Has a Disability

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• Families with someone who has a disability
• All ages
• Shooting between 27th February – 17th March

Mobile Network Commercial Casting Call for Families With Someone Who Is Deaf

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• Families with someone who is deaf
• All ages
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Mobile Network Commercial Casting Call for Families with Grandparents

Looking for:

• Families with grandparents who live with them
• All ages
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Mobile Network Commercial Casting Call for Families Across Multiple Generations

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• Families Across Multiple Generations
• All ages
• Shooting between 27th February – 17th March

Digital and Social Media Manager – Entertainment

Are you up to date with social media trends? Do you have current and creative ideas that would help boost a social following and gain great traction? Our client who specialises in entertainment PR and work with some of the biggest names across Television, Podcasts, Radio, Music and Lifestyle is looking for a Digital and Social Media Manager to manage all the social media content for the company and work alongside the publicists and publicity assistants to obtain the correct information required for socials.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all social media content across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok
• Ensure all clients feel represented on different feeds
• Use different platforms to represent the company to people in industry
• Keep up to date with current trends and use these trends for social posts
• Create a TikTok channel
• Understand the companies’ tone of voice to connect with the right audiences
• Create a social media strategy that can be used to highlight coverage achieved for clients across different channels
• Promote company values across social platforms
• Use social reporting and analytic tools to ensure strategic growth
• Manage the company website
• Oversee client campaign reports
• Provide strategic social media advice for clients
• Attend and contribute to meetings around social media projects

You will have

• Social media experience across different platforms
• Personal and/or professional experience with TikTok
• Strong attention to detail and experience with writing copy
• Great communication skills
• Good team player attitude
• A good understanding and love for entertainment

Please get in touch if this sounds like the role for you!

Handle Recruitment

Casting Call for Liverpool F.C.

We are looking for Real Liverpool F.C. fans who went to the 2019 Champions League Final in Madrid: Liverpool F.C VS Tottenham Hotspur F.C.

We are looking for Positive and Aspirational experiences about fan’s adventures: Travelling from home to Madrid – to Liverpool getting the win – and finally to the celebration.

We want to hear from fans about what the winning sentiment means to them and their own stories surrounding the final. That is about travelling to the game, what they did in Madrid before the game, the fan zones, inside the stadium, how they celebrated, who they met, where they went afterwards etc.

Shoot date: mid-late January 2023 TBC in Liverpool

This is a PAID job

Please get in touch ASAP as this is a time sensitive job by emailing your contact details and a picture to