Commercial Manager

We have a great new opportunity for an experienced Business Development/Account Manger from an creative Agency/ Marketing background.

You will be a pivotal leader reporting to the 2 MD’s, responsible for driving commercial growth, deepening client partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence across all projects. Reporting directly to the Managing Directors, this role will shape and deliver the commercial strategy for the Republic of Ireland and scope opportunities in Northern Ireland.

This is a senior leadership appointment, suited to a proven commercial operator who thrives in fast-paced, creative environments, and who can inspire teams while delivering measurable growth and unforgettable client experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Growth & Delivery

• Lead revenue growth across ROI and NI, building a sustainable and profitable pipeline of work.
• Own the end-to-end sales process: prospecting, pitching, contract negotiation, and closing.
• Track and report on commercial KPIs, ensuring margin, profitability, and cashflow are met.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in key verticals (brands, agencies, retail, experiential).

Client Leadership & Experience

• Act as the senior point of contact for key clients, ensuring every engagement delivers “WOW.”
• Partner with clients to understand their business drivers and translate these into creative, commercial solutions.
• Champion client retention, loyalty, and advocacy through outstanding service and delivery.
• Develop account growth plans, working cross-functionally with production and warehouse teams.

Operational Excellence

• Work with the Head of Production and other leaders to guarantee projects are delivered on time, on budget, and on brand.
• Oversee resource allocation across client projects, ensuring teams are supported and efficiency is maximised.
• Anticipate operational challenges (seasonal peaks, multiple locations) and plan accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety, financial, and regulatory requirements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor client-facing teams, setting high standards and developing future leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and collaboration.

* Work closely with the wider leadership team to align commercial, operational, and creative strategies.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years’ senior commercial experience in events, experiential, agency, or related creative sectors.Proven track record of winning, growing, and retaining major accounts.
• Srong financial acumen: forecasting, budgeting, margin management.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with C-suite clients, agencies, and partners.
• Deep understanding of event/experiential production cycles and operational realities.
• Confident leader with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Resilient, adaptable, and energised by fast-moving, seasonal business rhythms.

Cultural Fit & Competencies

• Entrepreneurial spirit: proactive, opportunity-driven, and commercially sharp.
• Client-first mindset: instinctively focused on delivering impact and “WOW.”
• Inspirational leader: clear communicator who brings people with them.
• Creative problem-solver: comfortable balancing vision with execution.
• Collaborative operator: thrives on teamwork and building strong internal partnerships.

What We Offer

• A senior leadership role with scope and autonomy to shape the companies future.
• The chance to lead commercial growth across ROI and NI in a dynamic, creative business.
• Exposure to high-profile clients across multiple industries.
• A collaborative culture where creativity, delivery, and people matter equally.
• Competitive package and career progression within a growing organisation.