Join to apply for the Director role at Ellwood Atfield Ellwood Atfield is partnering exclusively with a leading agency to appoint a Director in consumer PR and communications. The agency is known for its award‑winning, culturally resonant work; creating integrated campaigns that blend creativity, earned storytelling, and audience insight for some of the world’s most recognisable brands. The Opportunity This is a strategically important and highly visible leadership role, centred on the agency’s largest and most influential account. You will steer the creative and consumer direction of the partnership, ensuring the work remains bold, relevant, and influential. Alongside creative excellence, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving organic growth, shaping forward‑looking plans that expand and deepen the client relationship. Sitting on the agency’s leadership team, you’ll collaborate with some of the most respected operators in the industry to help define the agency’s next chapter. Main Responsibilities

Lead the strategic and creative direction of consumer communications for the agency’s flagship account Drive organic growth through proactive, insight‑led client development and long‑term partnership building Shape culturally relevant, earned‑first campaigns that spark conversation and drive brand love Champion creative storytelling that connects brands with audiences across media and social channels Maintain a hands‑on approach to media engagement, ensuring visibility and influence in key outlets Lead, motivate, and develop a talented team to deliver exceptional, creative work Play an active role in agency leadership, contributing to strategic planning, innovation, and commercial growth

Skills & Experience

Senior agency experience leading integrated consumer or brand communications accounts Proven record of growing major clients and delivering impactful, award‑winning creative work Deep understanding of media, influencer, and cultural landscapes Strong creative instincts with the ability to shape and sell brave, earned‑led ideas Strategic and commercially minded, able to identify and realise growth opportunities Collaborative leader who inspires confidence and creativity across teams Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills at a senior level

How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV via the link. Ellwood Atfield is the leading headhunter for communications, policy, and advocacy. An employee‑owned boutique search firm, we help you hire the most senior leaders and everyone who reports to them. We promise to connect talented people, smoothly and efficiently. Our purpose is to create important and enduring relationships. We are an equal opportunities employer and promote diversity across our profession to ensure every individual has the opportunity to perform at their best. If you have not done so already, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required. #J-18808-Ljbffr