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Business Unit Director

Johannesburg, South AfricaFull-time2026-09-01 → 2026-10-22

Core

Senior client and business leader responsible for the successful leadership, growth, integration and delivery of an assigned area of the Publicis/client partnership.

Role type

senior IC business unit director (client leadership)

Builds

integrated client solutions for telecommunications clients

Domain

Marketing & Communications / Telecommunications

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

strategic business leadership, senior client partnership, business growth, integration leadership, digital data fluency, operating model transformation, creative excellence, commercial leadership

Preferred skills

AI and emerging marketing technologies, future-fit operating models

Technologies

digital platforms, SEO, UX/UI, performance media, social platforms, CRM, real-time dashboards, AI, automation

Responsibilities

Translate Managing Partner's strategic direction into a clear business agenda for the assigned client portfolio. Own and develop strong day-to-day and senior relationships across assigned client stakeholders. Support the Managing Partner in growing the value and scope of the client partnership. Coordinate the relevant Publicis Groupe disciplines and partner agencies required to deliver integrated solutions. Lead with a digital-first mindset and understand how digital platforms support and enhance broader integrated campaign development. Maintain oversight of the quality of strategic and creative work delivered within the assigned business area. Manage the commercial health of the assigned client portfolio.