Are you the future Managing Director of a fast growth creative agency? Established in 2015, the agency has experienced steady but impressive growth, they currently have a headcount of 30 (including freelancers) with a turnover of £4mill. The agency is expecting to grow to £20mill t/o within the next 3 years, and they are now looking to hire a Managing Director who will play a pivotal in ensuring that they achieve this. SME Fast Growth Creative Agency London Harmonic are proud to be working with one of London's fastest growing creative advertising agencies in London. The agency is looking for an ambitious individual who can work closely with the Founder and continue to grow the agency while focusing on growing existing client relationships. The Managing Director acts as number 2 for the business, and will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the agency as well as developing and executing the long-term business plan. The Role The role offers potentially life-changing remuneration via a generous share offering. However, in order to succeed within the company it is imperative that you are aligned with the business's values and decisive but collaborative decision-making culture. Those candidates not genuinely motivated by professional development, long-term sustainable outcomes and 'best-in-class' service levels need not apply. Responsibilities: Day-to-day staff efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring account retention and growth Manage day to day operations of the company - roughly a third of your time will be allocated to guiding and improving the team's leadership and growth of existing client business Financial forecasting and budget control - maximizing profitability on all accounts Develop the strategic growth plan for the company and be responsible for its implementation Ensure the Agency strategy is being implemented with clients, spending a portion of their time across key client accounts Collaborating to realise their aspirations around executing a refined/evolved cultural movement model Lead, in partnership with the Management Team, in positively affecting the company's culture and values Manage resourcing internally, including balancing staffing and freelance needs per the business plan Generating and growing new business Chair Management Team and monthly All-Staff Meetings Cultivating the client services team and strategists, helping them drive toward more monumental work, while improving job satisfaction / retention / and agency profitability. Skills What you need (essential): Previous experience of having worked as a Managing Director within an agency Proven business development track-record, both hands-on and as a strategic leader. At least 3 years' experience in a management or leadership position within a business which has delivered market-leading performance. Experience of mobilising and leading cross-departmental teams to drive exceptional results. A passion for sales and for the building of commercial partnerships. Highly-motivated outlook, coupled with a strong academic background. Ability to articulate complex concepts in simple, concise language. First-rate emotional intelligence and the ability to adapt your communication style to a diverse audience where required. High integrity Package Please get in touch at . Please feel free to circulate this with any friends or contacts that may be interested. Follow us on Get in touch We'd love to hear from you Whether you're looking to partner with us on a role you're trying to fill, or you're looking for a new role for yourself, drop us a call or email today. First name Last name Email Phone Role Company What is your preferred contact method? Please select When would you prefer us to contact you? Please select
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Are you the future Managing Director of a fast growth creative agency? Established in 2015, the agency has experienced steady but impressive growth, they currently have a headcount of 30 (including freelancers) with a turnover of £4mill. The agency is expecting to grow to £20mill t/o within the next 3 years, and they are now looking to hire a Managing Director who will play a pivotal in ensuring that they achieve this. SME Fast Growth Creative Agency London Harmonic are proud to be working with one of London's fastest growing creative advertising agencies in London. The agency is looking for an ambitious individual who can work closely with the Founder and continue to grow the agency while focusing on growing existing client relationships. The Managing Director acts as number 2 for the business, and will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the agency as well as developing and executing the long-term business plan. The Role The role offers potentially life-changing remuneration via a generous share offering. However, in order to succeed within the company it is imperative that you are aligned with the business's values and decisive but collaborative decision-making culture. Those candidates not genuinely motivated by professional development, long-term sustainable outcomes and 'best-in-class' service levels need not apply. Responsibilities: Day-to-day staff efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring account retention and growth Manage day to day operations of the company - roughly a third of your time will be allocated to guiding and improving the team's leadership and growth of existing client business Financial forecasting and budget control - maximizing profitability on all accounts Develop the strategic growth plan for the company and be responsible for its implementation Ensure the Agency strategy is being implemented with clients, spending a portion of their time across key client accounts Collaborating to realise their aspirations around executing a refined/evolved cultural movement model Lead, in partnership with the Management Team, in positively affecting the company's culture and values Manage resourcing internally, including balancing staffing and freelance needs per the business plan Generating and growing new business Chair Management Team and monthly All-Staff Meetings Cultivating the client services team and strategists, helping them drive toward more monumental work, while improving job satisfaction / retention / and agency profitability. Skills What you need (essential): Previous experience of having worked as a Managing Director within an agency Proven business development track-record, both hands-on and as a strategic leader. At least 3 years' experience in a management or leadership position within a business which has delivered market-leading performance. Experience of mobilising and leading cross-departmental teams to drive exceptional results. A passion for sales and for the building of commercial partnerships. Highly-motivated outlook, coupled with a strong academic background. Ability to articulate complex concepts in simple, concise language. First-rate emotional intelligence and the ability to adapt your communication style to a diverse audience where required. High integrity Package Please get in touch at . Please feel free to circulate this with any friends or contacts that may be interested. Follow us on Get in touch We'd love to hear from you Whether you're looking to partner with us on a role you're trying to fill, or you're looking for a new role for yourself, drop us a call or email today. First name Last name Email Phone Role Company What is your preferred contact method? Please select When would you prefer us to contact you? Please select
Do you see yourself as the next COO for a trailblazer in the tech consulting realm? Currently positioned for accelerated growth, they possess a robust financial foundation, a dedicated team of 200 experts, and an annual revenue exceeding £65 million. Fuelled by a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, they are primed to expand their influence in the ever-evolving tech consultancy space. Hybrid - London Harmonic is delighted to partner with a dynamic tech change consultancy scale-up on an exclusive basis. Our client is a trailblazer in the tech consulting realm, specializing in driving transformative change for businesses navigating the digital landscape. With a focus on innovation and adaptability, they have swiftly established themselves as industry leaders, earning accolades and forming strategic alliances with prominent tech organizations. The Role As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will play a pivotal role in steering strategic initiatives and providing indispensable support to the CEO and leadership cohort. Collaborating closely with the C-Suite and the board, you will offer strategic counsel and guidance, ensuring seamless coordination and effective communication throughout the organization. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping the company's trajectory and fostering a collaborative, high-performance work culture. Skills Responsibilities: Coordinate regular business sessions to set goals and align the organization. Establish a transformative PMO for strategic execution and change leadership. Lead the annual strategy and planning process. Collaborate with SLT to boost team productivity through technology and strategy. Implement technology for enhanced client satisfaction. Form high-performing operations teams for excellent service at scale. Drive operational efficiency to cut costs. What we need to see (essential): Proven leadership managing high-performing teams. Strong experience collaborating in cross-functional settings. Excellent communication skills, being able to speak with gravitas Contribution to or partnership in driving revenue growth. Experience in global expansion of people-heavy operations. What we would like to see (non-essential): Familiarity with fast-growth environments. Experience in SME environment Expertise in building effective distributed and hybrid organizations. Experience expanding through M&A activity Experience in professional services Package Start Date: ASAP (happy to wait for 3-month notice) Location: Kings Cross, London Please get in touch with Dan at for more information. Please feel free to share this opportunity with any qualified individuals in your network who may be interested. Follow us on Get in touch We'd love to hear from you Whether you're looking to partner with us on a role you're trying to fill, or you're looking for a new role for yourself, drop us a call or email today. First name Last name Email Phone Role Company What is your preferred contact method? Please select When would you prefer us to contact you? Please select
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Do you see yourself as the next COO for a trailblazer in the tech consulting realm? Currently positioned for accelerated growth, they possess a robust financial foundation, a dedicated team of 200 experts, and an annual revenue exceeding £65 million. Fuelled by a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, they are primed to expand their influence in the ever-evolving tech consultancy space. Hybrid - London Harmonic is delighted to partner with a dynamic tech change consultancy scale-up on an exclusive basis. Our client is a trailblazer in the tech consulting realm, specializing in driving transformative change for businesses navigating the digital landscape. With a focus on innovation and adaptability, they have swiftly established themselves as industry leaders, earning accolades and forming strategic alliances with prominent tech organizations. The Role As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will play a pivotal role in steering strategic initiatives and providing indispensable support to the CEO and leadership cohort. Collaborating closely with the C-Suite and the board, you will offer strategic counsel and guidance, ensuring seamless coordination and effective communication throughout the organization. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping the company's trajectory and fostering a collaborative, high-performance work culture. Skills Responsibilities: Coordinate regular business sessions to set goals and align the organization. Establish a transformative PMO for strategic execution and change leadership. Lead the annual strategy and planning process. Collaborate with SLT to boost team productivity through technology and strategy. Implement technology for enhanced client satisfaction. Form high-performing operations teams for excellent service at scale. Drive operational efficiency to cut costs. What we need to see (essential): Proven leadership managing high-performing teams. Strong experience collaborating in cross-functional settings. Excellent communication skills, being able to speak with gravitas Contribution to or partnership in driving revenue growth. Experience in global expansion of people-heavy operations. What we would like to see (non-essential): Familiarity with fast-growth environments. Experience in SME environment Expertise in building effective distributed and hybrid organizations. Experience expanding through M&A activity Experience in professional services Package Start Date: ASAP (happy to wait for 3-month notice) Location: Kings Cross, London Please get in touch with Dan at for more information. Please feel free to share this opportunity with any qualified individuals in your network who may be interested. Follow us on Get in touch We'd love to hear from you Whether you're looking to partner with us on a role you're trying to fill, or you're looking for a new role for yourself, drop us a call or email today. First name Last name Email Phone Role Company What is your preferred contact method? Please select When would you prefer us to contact you? Please select