Digital Director – H/F
Malherbe Paris is an internationally established leader in commercial design on-line and off-line, with over 29 years of experience in Europe & 15 years in Asia. Working with major brands & on large development projects, we are a fast growing design agency, expanding our footprint into the US.
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We are looking for a Digital Director to join our team and develop our digital department through a variety of highly visible, global, regional, and local projects. You will join an international team of talents in their global growth and development of the US market and you will be responsible for the strategy and execution of all digital development initiatives. In this role, you will support the launch, growth strategy, business development and day-to-day management of Malherbe Paris in the US. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset, joining a unique team which provides a small business working style within a large organization framework.
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ROLE REQUIREMENTS
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Passion for innovation, web, social media channels, digital strategy
- Manage high level digital projects from prospection, strategic solutions, presentation, up to client briefing and deliverables of the project
- Drive forward existing projects ensuring timely completion of high quality deliverables
- Work cross functionally alongside Creative, Technology, Delivery, Planning, UX, and Data to ensure project and deliverables meet deadlines, respect budget and are of world-class quality
- Control all financial elements of the project (scope of work, proposals, negotiations, payments… Etc.)
Project & Client:
- Act as a primary client contact across several large-scale projects, taking ownership of the project & the relationship
- Identify client problems and propose solutions through major digital pillars
- Seek opportunities with new clients and develop new business
- Prepare & develop strategies, run pitches start-to-end and convert opportunities
- Engage & understand client’s business environment including competitors, challenges and opportunities & provide proactive recommendations
- Constantly seek ways in which Malherbe Paris can help client achieve greater business efficiencies and capitalize on opportunities
Internal & External Team:
- Drive ideas & strategies, motivate internal teams, ensuring that quality work can be delivered
- Build a high performing team by recruiting, coaching, training and identifying areas for growth
- Build & maintain good relationships with team members
- Actively initiate programmes to train, set growth initiatives, and develop talents within the team
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QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS
Experience & Skills:
- At least 7+ Years of experience in a digital firm with strong understanding of the digital landscape
- Entrepreneur in spirit and soul
- Self Motivated – Self Starter – Self Managing
- Strong track record in building and maintaining effective client relationships
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Management skills – a strong team leader
- Excellent presentation skills
- Smart & Diplomatic with excellent communication skills
Professional Requirements:
- Strong understanding of business & project management
- Experience in business strategy, information design, creative design and web technology
- Strong experience of web/internet and marketing
- Broad understanding of marketing campaigns, annual plans, strategic goals and brand awareness