Agency Trading Director

Future is looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Agency Trading Director to lead and grow strategic relationships with the UK’s major media agency holding groups and leading independent agencies. This is a senior commercial role responsible for Future’s agency trading strategy, high-value negotiations, revenue growth and strategic agency partnerships across our portfolio of 200+ media brands.

Responsibilities

Lead Future’s agency trading strategy; Own senior agency relationships; Deliver revenue and commercial growth; Unlock the full Future proposition; Act as the strategic connector between agencies and Future’s wider commercial organisation; Lead negotiations that maximise revenue, profitability and long-term commercial value

Requirements

Significant senior experience within the UK media, advertising or agency ecosystem; Established senior commercial agency relationships across UK media agencies and holding groups; Strong understanding of agency trading models, investment structures and commercial negotiations; Experience negotiating complex, high-value commercial or trading agreements; Strong understanding of the UK media owner and agency landscape; Experience across multiple media channels and commercial propositions; Ability to develop strategic plans and translate them into measurable commercial outcomes; Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills

Benefits

Uncapped leave; Enhanced parental leave; Discounted rates with Dental care and Private Medical care; Share of profits with bonus; Refer a friend scheme; Well-being support; Opportunity to purchase shares; Salary sacrifice Pension scheme up to 5% match; Free drinks and snacks in offices