Senior Manager - Business Development (Advertising agency experience is a must)

We are seeking a seasoned professional with a background in digital advertising to lead new business acquisition and drive growth across existing client accounts. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, a deep understanding of digital and creative services, and the ability to build long-term client partnerships in a fast-evolving, AI-driven landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, prospect, and acquire new clients across key industries and global markets
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue targets
• Lead end-to-end pitch processes, including RFP responses, presentations, and negotiations
• Build a strong pipeline through networking, industry events, and partnerships
• Drive revenue growth within existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling services
• Build and nurture senior client relationships as a trusted advisor
• Identify opportunities for expanding service offerings (creative, social, digital, AI-led solutions)
• Collaborate with internal creative, strategy, and delivery teams to craft compelling solutions
• Leverage offshore delivery models to optimize cost, efficiency, and scalability
• Stay updated on digital, social, and creative industry trends
• Understand the competitive landscape and position offerings effectively
• Represent the organization in industry forums and client meetings

Key Requirements:

• 10-15 years of overall experience with at least 6 years in digital agency environments
• Proven track record in client acquisition and account growth
• Experience working with global agency networks or international clients
• Strong exposure to creative, social, and digital marketing services
• Familiarity with offshore delivery models and distributed teams
• Exposure to AI-led production, automation, or emerging marketing technologies is a strong advantage

Location: Mumbai

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This is a Full-Time Consultant role.

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Magnon Group:

Omnicom Production / Magnon (India) is one of the country's largest integrated advertising, digital, and marketing‑performance agency groups. As part of the Fortune 250 Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC), OP / Magnon (India) operates with over 800 professionals across its offices in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore.

The Group comprises three award‑winning agencies — Omnicom Production (India), magnon agency, and magnon sancus — delivering comprehensive, end‑to‑end marketing solutions. These span advertising, digital and social media, creative production, media services, localization, linguistics, and outsourced marketing‑solutions labs supporting leading global and Indian brands.

OP / Magnon (India) is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome talent from all sections of society and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.