Hybrid Project Manager / Creative Studio Manager for Independent Retail Marketing Agency - Global Tech Brands | £50K

Location London
Discipline: Campaign Management , Project Management
Job type: Permanent
Salary: up to £50k
Contact name: Hayley Kinnersley

Contact email: hayley@direct-recruitment.co.uk
Job ref: HK/3523
Published: 11 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

Hybrid Project Manager / Creative Studio Manager for Independent Retail Marketing Agency - Global Tech Brands | £50K

The Role

Our client is a top independent retail marketing / design agency based in London who deliver high-impact transcreation campaigns for some of the world’s top technology brands.

They are looking for an NPI Lead where you will play a critical role in planning and executing high-quality, high-volume launch campaigns. You will collaborate closely with the Project Director and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, resource optimisation, and clear communication across all stages of the campaign.

Key Responsibilities

Campaign Planning & Execution

  • Lead the development of detailed transcreation campaign plans, including timelines, project trackers, resource allocations, and deliverables.

  • Monitor campaign progress, ensuring key milestones are met and adjusting plans as necessary.

  • Act as the primary contact for all campaign scheduling queries and manage status updates across cross-functional teams.

Resource Management (Internal & External)

  • Oversee the management of internal resources, ensuring teams are equipped with the necessary tools and support for campaign execution.

  • Maintain and utilise resource calculators

Communication & Collaboration.

  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership on campaign progress, highlighting successes, challenges, and solutions.

  • Ensure all stakeholders are kept informed of changes to timelines, resources, or priorities, facilitating smooth transitions between stages of the campaign.

  • Serve as the main point of contact for global handoff queries and final campaign delivery.

  • Collaborate with external partners and clients, setting up meetings, documenting feedback, and ensuring post-campaign analysis.

Post-Campaign Analysis

  • Create a suite of post-campaign reports to evaluate the success of the campaigns and drive improvements for future projects.

  • Analyse performance data to identify trends, optimise processes, and recommend strategies for future campaigns.

Experience Required

  • 5+ years of experience in project management, resource coordination, or campaign management, ideally in digital or print campaigns for a global brand.

  • Proven track record of managing fast-turnaround, high-volume campaigns with a focus on delivering quality results.

  • Experience working in an agile, fast-paced environment with multiple teams and stakeholders.

  • Strong understanding of resource management, budgeting, and data-driven decision-making.

Skills Required

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate across diverse teams.

  • Strong analytical skills, particularly with Excel and other data analysis tools, to optimise resources and timelines.

  • A proactive problem-solver, capable of identifying challenges early and proposing effective solutions.

  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and stay on top of competing priorities in a high-pressure environment.

  • A resilient, positive attitude that thrives in dynamic, fast-changing circumstances.

The role requires 3 days a week based on site at the agency in London. Apply today or contact us for further information.