SVP, Growth Director

SVP, Growth DirectorSkip to main contentDentsu uses cookies, which are text files placed on your computer, to analyse how visitors use the site. These cookies are set by default but to disable them or for more information about cookies, please see our Privacy Policy. By continuing to navigate our site, we will assume you consent to our use of cookies.# Careers at dentsuSVP, Growth Director page is loaded## SVP, Growth DirectorApplylocations: New Yorktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: July 10, 2026 (28 days left to apply)job requisition id: R1124140**Job Description:****About the Role**Dentsu is looking for a self-motivated seasoned growth leader capable of driving new business and prospecting strategies. The SVP, Growth will play a significant role in shaping Dentsu's growth trajectory, driving integrated new business efforts, and elevating the organization’s competitive position in the market. This leader brings media expertise with an integrated mindset. Reporting to the EVP, Partnerships & Growth, this leader will build a robust pipeline of opportunities, and partner closely with executive leadership to convert strategic and tactical new business opportunities.The ideal candidate for this role has a proven track record in developing a strong agency pipeline, is a natural networker, and thrives in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.**Key Responsibilities****Leadership & New Business Operations*** Lead the new business strategy, identifying and prioritizing growth opportunities across target markets and industries.* Oversee daily growth operations, including status meetings, deliverable tracking, resource alignment, and milestone management.* Build and manage detailed timing plans to ensure seamless, timely, opportunity mapping and engagement.* Lead the creation of briefing materials such as client background research, internal kickoff documents, competitive intelligence, and organizational charts.* Confidently lead credentials presentations, pitch meetings, and the completion of RFP/RFI submissions.* Maintain daily communication with agency leaders and SME’s to ensure alignment and accountability.**Growth Strategy & Pipeline Development*** Partner with the Chief Growth Officer to shape Dentsu's growth strategy and convert inbound opportunities.* Build and maintain a strong pipeline of integrated new business opportunities across Media, Creative, and CXM.* Identify whitespace opportunities and emerging categories aligned with Dentsu's capabilities and market ambition.* Develop forecasting models and reporting frameworks to track pipeline health, conversion rates, and revenue performance.* Bring a media first view to growth planning, ensuring pitches and proposals reflect the best integrated media thinking, amplified by dentsu’s data & tech capabilities.**Leadership & Cross Functional‐ Collaboration*** Provide executive-level insights and recommendations to support long-term growth planning.* Lead multidisciplinary teams across media, creative, strategy, analytics, and operations to deliver fully integrated proposals.* Ensure the right resources are engaged at the right time, adjusting staffing and workflows as needed.* Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability across all pitch teams.* Serve as a senior ambassador for Dentsu's values, capabilities, and integrated offerings.**Qualifications*** 10+ years of experience in business development, growth, or senior leadership roles within a media, creative, or integrated agency environment.* Proven record of accomplishment of winning large‐scale, competitive, integrated pitches at the highest level.* Deep expertise in media, with a strong understanding of integrated marketing and cross channel‐ strategy.* Experience within major holding companies strongly preferred* Exceptional communicator with the ability to build strong internal and external partnerships.* Highly organized, detail oriented‐, and able to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously.* Demonstrated ability to lead teams directly and cross functionally‐, inspiring confidence and clarity.* Strong business acumen and the ability to translate client needs into compelling, integrated solutions.* Ability to travel on a monthly basis at minimum (travel cadence will depend upon location).The annual base salary range for this position is $171,500-$263,062 . Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. Benefits available with this position include: • Medical, vision, and dental insurance,• Life insurance, • Short-term and long-term disability insurance,• 401k, • Flexible paid time off,• At least 15 paid holidays per year,• Paid sick and safe leave, and• Paid parental leave.Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit begin the application process, please click on the “Apply” button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. **Location:**New York**Brand:**Dentsu Solutions**Time Type:**Full time**Contract Type:**PermanentDentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr