Business Development Assistant

We are looking for a Business Development Assistant for the Paris office. Could this be you?

We are Landor.

World-leading brand experts, underpinned by the most expansive strategic & creative capabilities in our category.

We make brands more valuable and less vulnerable.

We build brands differently. We work with our clients to define and solve their business problems through the lens of brand. We strategically join the dots between our design, experience, governance and measurement capabilities, and always connect our brand work to business outcomes.

Landor companies also include amp (sonic branding), bdg (workplace & architectural experts), Deep Local (creative technologists) and ManvsMachine (3D motion design).

We are part of WPP.

What you will do

As a member of our New biz & Marketing team, you will provide support in all areas of Landor's business development (France and Switzerland) by assisting the Business Development and Marketing Director. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. You will be immersed in the world of branding and design.

Your missions

• Achieve a deep understanding of Landor's offering and expertise.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key agency departments such as client services, creative, and strategy.
• Assist in tracking new business activities, lead follow-up, and updating statuses in internal software (Sugar CRM).
• Support the execution of new business projects, including creative pitches:
• Attend meetings and prepare minutes.
• Assist in preparing presentations.
• Help coordinate internal calendars and teams to meet deadlines.
• Help prepare methodology, budget, and timeline proposals.
• Become a prospect guru, understanding their organization and business challenges - leveraging tools such as Sales Navigator.
• Stay updated on news in priority sectors to share weekly updates with the growth team.
• Perform regular competitor benchmarking of agencies to understand market trends.
• Work closely with marketing and communication to link marketing activities with growth, especially commercial marketing campaigns.
• Support marketing and communication with event organization (i.e., LinkedIn live or physical events) as excellent opportunities to generate new leads.
• Be attentive to detail, ensuring all presentations, proposals, and communications are error-free and of the highest quality.

Desired profile

• Proficiency in French and an advanced level in English are essential.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration or a related field.
• Project management skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to build strong working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to communicate with key stakeholders, the global Landor network, WPP partners, as well as external stakeholders, such as prospects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Keynote, and Miro.
• Ability to work autonomously and cross-border with key stakeholders based abroad.
• A solution-oriented vision, fueled by curiosity and an innovative spirit.
• Passion for branding and design.
• A previous internship in the field is a plus.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

We build brands. We build futures. Landor, a WPP company, is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics, committed to a culture of respect where everyone belongs and can progress in their careers

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