We seek a driven and visionary Partnerships & Growth Manager to join our rapidly evolving team and become a key player. This role goes beyond traditional account management, fostering meaningful partnerships, driving business growth, and leading a team of talented account managers to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and organisation.
Dive in…
The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and thrive at the intersection of business development, client success, and team leadership. You’ll own the lifecycle of client campaigns—from strategic planning to execution and performance evaluation—while identifying opportunities to expand our services, nurture internal talent, and strengthen our position as a trusted client partner. This is your chance to grow with us in a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.
At Fishtank, a B-Corp registered and Great Places to Work-accredited organisation, we are deeply committed to nurturing talent and promoting from within wherever possible. As a full-service integrated marketing agency, the breadth of skills and experience you’ll gain through diverse projects truly sets this role apart, offering an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.
With strong organisational and time management skills, you’ll confidently manage multiple projects simultaneously, staying adaptable and embracing change in a dynamic environment with constantly evolving marketing channels.
Your primary responsibilities:
Business Development & Growth:
* Actively seek and seize opportunities to expand client accounts, positioning Fishtank as a trusted, long-term partner.
* Collaborate with internal teams to identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities that align with client objectives.
* Support new business efforts by contributing to pitches and proposals for potential clients.
Client Relationship Leadership:
* Build and sustain trust-based, strategic partnerships with clients, becoming a key advisor in their growth journey.
* Translate client objectives into innovative, results-driven marketing strategies.
* Regularly review account performance and refine approaches to ensure ongoing client satisfaction and success.
Team Leadership & Development:
* Mentor and inspire a team of account managers and specialists, cultivating an environment of collaboration, learning, and high performance.
* Guide campaign strategies, problem-solving, and client communication, empowering the team to excel.
* Foster internal growth by identifying and nurturing talent, contributing to our culture of promoting from within.
Campaign Strategy & Execution:
* Partner with clients and internal teams to design and deliver integrated online and offline marketing campaigns that exceed expectations.
* Oversee the seamless execution of campaigns, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
* Leverage data and analytics to optimise campaigns, identify actionable insights, and drive continual improvement.
What Success Looks Like:
* Thriving partnerships that drive measurable client success and unlock new growth opportunities.
* A motivated and high-performing team of account managers delivering outstanding campaigns.
* A strengthened reputation for Fishtank as a leader in innovative, purpose-led marketing solutions.
You must have:
This role is ideal for someone who excels at building client relationships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can manage complex, multi-channel campaigns while delivering exceptional results.
Required Skills/Experience:
* Proven experience in account management, business development, or related roles, ideally within an agency environment.
* Strong understanding of marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media, and email marketing.
* Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
* Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to build trust and articulate ideas to clients and internal stakeholders.
* Strategic thinker with a growth-oriented mindset, capable of identifying and pursuing opportunities for client and organisational success.
* Strong project management abilities, managing multiple campaigns and priorities with ease.
* 5+ years of experience actively using required skills
* Preferably an agency environment experience
* Based in the UK, within a 1-hour drive of the office, in the office 2 days minimum a week
Does this sound like you…
This Partnerships & Growth Manager position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment, managing innovative and impactful campaigns for diverse clients. We want to hear from you if you’re passionate about building partnerships, driving growth, and leading teams to success. Submit your CV and cover letter today, detailing how your experience aligns with this exciting opportunity.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV, ensuring they clearly outline your motivations for applying and why you believe you are the right fit for this role. We’re particularly interested in your relevant skills and experience, including how they align with the responsibilities and requirements outlined. This is your chance to showcase how your expertise and passion can contribute to our team’s success!
What we're offering:
* Join an established B-Corp, purpose-led marketing agency
* Competitive Salary Based on Experience
* 22 Days Holiday + Christmas to New Year
* Bonus Scheme/ assessed annually around the business success
* Private Healthcare Scheme
* Training/Development Opportunities (particularly in Digital Marketing)
* Free Parking
* Working Flexibility/Remote Working
* Pension (Auto Enrolment)
* Mileage Expenses
* Unlimited Tea & Coffee
* 'Great Places to Work Accredited Business
Reporting to: Managing Director
Salary: 40K + Bonus + Private Healthcare
Location: Hybrid – Remote & Main Office (Mirfield)
Job Type: Full-time with flexible working available
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