Hussain Chowdhury
Associate Director - EMEA
I’m a Branded Content expert and Digital Media Sales professional turned Media Head Hunter / Recruiter. I’ve formerly run Creative Solutions and Branded Content Studios at Bauer, AutoTrader, Habbo and Discovery Networks.
Having built award-winning high-performing sales teams in both start-up environments and in more complex matrix style organisations and having being a candidate myself over the years, I have a good understanding of the hiring needs of companies, competency assessments, cultural talent fits as well as how I would like to be managed in the hiring process as a candidate.
My mission statement is to connect the very best Digital Sales & Branded Content talent to the very best Digital Media Companies. My extensive network of senior Media Professionals is both on the Media Owner, Media Agency side and Client side have been built over the last 20 years in the Industry.
My aim is to work with both Candidates and Hiring Managers in an authentic and transparent manner to ensure the hiring process is a smooth, seamless process that ensure all parties find the experience both rewarding and fulfilling.
Area's of Specialism: Influencer Marketing, Digital Sales, Branded Content, Creative Solutions & Publisher Sales.
Hussain Chowdhury's Jobs
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Head Of Sales / Country Manager
London, England
£90000 - £100000 per annum + commission
My client has award winning technology majoring in the native advertising space - they have a plethora of clients such as Nissan, McDonalds, Coca Cola, Netflix and Samsung. They are international in their foot-print and are looking for a dynamic sales leader to come in and help launch this business in the UK.My client is looking for a driven senior person who has experience scaling businesses from scratch and is willing to reward the right person with career progression opportunities. This is a player coach role so my client is looking for someone who's willing to role up their sleeves and get in the trenches to win revenue and help scale the business.The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and qualities:Super well connected with contacts at Managing Partner, Comms Planning Directors, Trading Directors and Heads Of Digital as well as Partnerships teams across all UK agency networksWorked at a reputable ad tech / publisher business and has track record securing significant revenuePlayer manager mentality - lead from the front and close dealsBuild a team, mentor, train and develop sales talent in the team to be effective contributorsBe a collaborator - comfortable operating in a cross-functional matrix organisation with cross regional multiple stakeholdersPositive solution-driven can-do attitudeInnovative, curious mindsetConsultative sales style, able to influence clients and agencies through persuasive sales arguments using data, research and insightWork with key senior stakeholders in the business advising on product roadmap based on cohesive revenue driven argumentsDeliver revenue targets and surpass and smash set budgets with a view towards driving growth
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Head Of eCommerce UK
London, England
£120000 - £140000 per annum + benefits package
Head of eCommerce, Major Global Agency Holding Group - UK£120 - £140K base salary + benefitsOur client is one of the pre-eminent global media agency networks and leads the way in terms of strategic thinking, big media ideas and technological innovation through its different platforms and offerings.We are looking for a Head Of eCommerce who will be a key part of the management infrastructure and the go-to expert within the organisation, tasked with developing the commercials of the full stack eCommerce consulting offering for all clients and partners across the group in EMEA. The Head of Ecommerce has the fantastic opportunity to lead, grow and build a full functioning upstream consultancy practice within the agency to sit as part of the wider organisation.The core focus will be around solving eCommerce Business challenges through well planned and effective strategies, improving the conversion and digital experience of client's brands on partner direct selling, retailer websites, and enhance their search ability and drive through to conversion. The aim is to be relevant, memorable, discoverable and drive efficiencies right down to the point of purchase.The successful incumbent will be tasked with rolling out their successful strategic eCommerce model across the wider agency group in terms of strategy, best practices and successful eCommerce models. The Head Of eCommerce will be responsible for delivering growth of this function and scaling the consulting business across the UK.Role Requirements:Provide strong client facing strategic leadership, in a consultative manner that gives clients in our group an edge on their eCommerce strategyBe an evangelist - educate clients and provide external and internal agency thought-leadershipCreate successful strategic planning frameworks and models of working utilising all available channelsAccountable, responsible for the delivery of upstream consultancy across the market and agencyBuild a successful strategy and consulting team who acts as a conduit for the local market when developing eCommerce transformation for clients.Develop a profitable business pipeline and create business plans to grow eCommerce across the group.Ensure client satisfaction at every stage of the processEnsure the connection and integration with performance and biddable solutions teams where these are fully embedded within the agency.Create the full stack best-in-class eCommerce model utilising content strategy, eComm add ons such as ratings and reviews, how to work with retail verticals, media planning, in market performance and biddable solutions) and also modulate approach that is industry specific for current and new clients.Continually lead on presenting to clients industry/market research findings, eCommerce search trends, eCommerce growth areas, new models to considerLead, build and develop a team via establishing a new practiceParticipate in and lead new business pitches where requiredWork with partner organisations, vendors and internal resources to continually refine and ensure the eCommerce practice is leading the way in terms of innovation and best practicesPerson Requirement:10 + years' experience in eCommerce at either a digital agency or client-sideGood understanding of the marketing ecosystem and where my client's business fits in the agency landscapeMBA advantageousBe a proactive self-starterCan do attitude, driven, determinedExperience managing search projects to enhance eCommerce performanceStrong presentation and public speaking skillsExperience managing paid search co-ops with retail or manufacturer partnersEnjoy educating clients about how optimizing search can drive eCommerce effortsBe ambitious, driven and passionate about all things eCommerce, with an excellent knowledge of how search serves as the backbone of online purchasesBe forward thinking in terms of future-gazing and relate this into defining, innovations, product and operational structuresPossess good all-round comprehensive knowledge of direct and brand marketing principles and strategiesHave an adaptive style in being able to communicate often technical ideas in simple termsGood negotiating skills and strong with excel and numbersHave strong organisational skills, being able to manage multiple projects at once
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Head of eCommerce - Netherlands and Belgium
Amsterdam, North Holland
€90000 - €120000 per annum + benefits
Head of eCommerce, Major Global Agency Holding Group - Netherlands and Belgium€90 - €120K base salary + benefits Our client is one of the pre-eminent global media agency networks and leads the way in terms of strategic thinking, big media ideas and technological innovation through its different platforms and offerings.We are looking for a Head Of eCommerce who will be a key part of the management infrastructure and the go-to expert within the organisation, tasked with developing the commercials of the full stack eCommerce consulting offering for all clients and partners across the group in EMEA. The Head of Ecommerce has the fantastic opportunity to lead, grow and build a full functioning upstream consultancy practice within the agency to sit as part of the wider organisation.The core focus will be around solving eCommerce Business challenges through well planned and effective strategies, improving the conversion and digital experience of client's brands on partner direct selling, retailer websites, and enhance their search ability and drive through to conversion. The aim is to be relevant, memorable, discoverable and drive efficiencies right down to the point of purchase.The successful incumbent will be tasked with rolling out their successful strategic eCommerce model across the wider agency group in terms of strategy, best practices and successful eCommerce models. The Head Of eCommerce will be responsible for delivering growth of this function and scaling the consulting business across the Netherlands and Belgium.Role Requirements:Provide strong client facing strategic leadership, in a consultative manner that gives clients in our group an edge on their eCommerce strategyBe an evangelist - educate clients and provide external and internal agency thought-leadershipCreate successful strategic planning frameworks and models of working utilising all available channelsAccountable, responsible for the delivery of upstream consultancy across the market and agencyBuild a successful strategy and consulting team who acts as a conduit for the local market when developing eCommerce transformation for clients.Develop a profitable business pipeline and create business plans to grow eCommerce across the group.Ensure client satisfaction at every stage of the processEnsure the connection and integration with performance and biddable solutions teams where these are fully embedded within the agency.Create the full stack best-in-class eCommerce model utilising content strategy, eComm add ons such as ratings and reviews, how to work with retail verticals, media planning, in market performance and biddable solutions) and also modulate approach that is industry specific for current and new clients.Continually lead on presenting to clients industry/market research findings, eCommerce search trends, eCommerce growth areas, new models to considerLead, build and develop a team via establishing a new practiceParticipate in and lead new business pitches where requiredWork with partner organisations, vendors and internal resources to continually refine and ensure the eCommerce practice is leading the way in terms of innovation and best practicesPerson Requirement:10 + years' experience in eCommerce at either a digital agency or client-sideMBA advantageousBe a proactive self-starterCan do attitude, driven, determinedExperience managing search projects to enhance eCommerce performanceStrong presentation and public speaking skillsExperience managing paid search co-ops with retail or manufacturer partnersEnjoy educating clients about how optimizing search can drive eCommerce effortsBe ambitious, driven and passionate about all things eCommerce, with an excellent knowledge of how search serves as the backbone of online purchasesBe forward thinking in terms of future-gazing and relate this into defining, innovations, product and operational structuresPossess good all-round comprehensive knowledge of direct and brand marketing principles and strategiesHave an adaptive style in being able to communicate often technical ideas in simple termsGood negotiating skills and strong with excel and numbersHave strong organisational skills, being able to manage multiple projects at once
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Client Services Director
London, England
£55000 - £62000 per annum + commission
Client Services Director£60K base + end of year bonusOur client is a leading B2B data-driven content creation agency with proprietary technology working with some of the world's most prestigious blue-chip finance brands on their consumer facing content strategy, blog, social and video publishing strategy. Our client works with Marketing Teams and their CMOs on cutting-edge and innovative creative projects to engage customers and audiences.We are now looking for a world-class Client Services Director who will be tasked with looking after and managing a wide variety of existing projects working with Marketing Directors and CMOs to create a fantastic customer experience for the client during the delivery phase of business. This role is a pivotal role in terms of client satisfaction and retention and growth of existing client business. It also requires a plethora of skills from client servicing, diplomacy, negiotiation and persuasion as well as a passion and appreciation of the digital marketing and content ecosystem and awareness of technologies and creative techniques to create engaging content. The role reports into the MD of the agency.Responsibilities· Lead the strategic relationship management, service development growth of key clients· Develop the relationship of strategic, trusted production partner with clients; exploring and building an understanding of how our client's business meet their business requirements· Develop innovative content and technology solutions for existing and prospective clients· Build strong, effective relationships at all client stakeholder levels· Identify new business opportunities and ways of deepening and expanding relationships.· Co-ordinate regular client reviews to measure performance vs objectives· Take responsibility for client-related service and performance targets, including ownership of client level sales and P&L budgets and forecasting.· Report to divisional Managing Director on performance metrics · Proven team leadership capability· Successful experience in a B2B strategic, client service environment· Well-honed commercial skills and experience of full P&L accountability· Solid experience managing clients in B2B/professional services sector with multiple stakeholders· Demonstrable track record identifying and driving growth across a varied client portfolio Plus someone who fits our culture:· Entrepreneurial bias; seasoned negotiator· Relevant industry experience· Inquisitive and curious (always)· Team orientated
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Brand Partnerships Director (Experiential, Music)
London, England
£60000 - £80000 per annum + commission
Brand Partnerships Director £60 - £80K base + commissionOur client is a leading creator of festivals and music events with the creme de la creme of hot artists, DJs playing their events and venues. They are on the lookout for an experiential brand partnerships person who understands the music ecosystem and has experience working on imaginative and exciting experiences for brands that add value to the festival-goers experience. Mandatory requirements for the person and role:Demonstrable black book of client direct, PR and agency contactsTrack record of driving sales revenue by brokering profitable brand partnershipsThe ability to come up with imaginative ideas clients want to buyProven understanding of the experiential landscape and best practices in terms of audience engagement A good knowledge of the music space and festival ecosytem
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Sales Director (Influencer Marketing)
London, England
£65000 - £75000 per annum + commission
Our client is an established player in the Influencer Marketing space. Due to expansion, we are seeking a hard-hitting Sales Director who can lead from the front, do deals, influence clients with great ideas and make a difference. A good working knowledge of the Influencer Marketing space is essential.The successful candidate will possess the following attributes and qualities:Super well connected with contacts at all UK media agency networks and possessing a client black book is advantageousIf you're not immersed or working in an Influencer business, you need to demonstrate a clear and strategic understanding of the Influencer space and / or have worked at a reputable content business / publisher and has track record securing significant branded content partnershipsPlayer manager mentality - lead and close deals from the front as well as help the team closeMentor, train and develop future sales talent in the team to be effective contributors as the team expandsBe a collaborator - comfortable operating in a cross-functional matrix organisation with multiple stakeholdersPositive solution-driven can-do attitudeInnovative, curious mindset, culturally aware of popular culture and trends, specifically to do with the Influence space and also the full audience spectrumConsultative sales style, able to influence clients and agencies through persuasive sales arguments using data, research and insightWork with key stakeholders in the business advising on product roadmap based on cohesive revenue driven argumentsDeliver revenue targets and surpass and smash set budgets with a view towards driving growth.
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Head of eCommerce - Netherlands and Belgium
London, England
€90000 - €120000 per annum + benefits
Head of eCommerce, Major Global Agency Holding Group - Netherlands and Belgium€90 - €120K base salary + benefits Our client is one of the pre-eminent global media agency networks and leads the way in terms of strategic thinking, big media ideas and technological innovation through its different platforms and offerings.We are looking for a Head Of eCommerce who will be a key part of the management infrastructure and the go-to expert within the organisation, tasked with developing the commercials of the full stack eCommerce consulting offering for all clients and partners across the group in EMEA. The Head of Ecommerce has the fantastic opportunity to lead, grow and build a full functioning upstream consultancy practice within the agency to sit as part of the wider organisation.The core focus will be around solving eCommerce Business challenges through well planned and effective strategies, improving the conversion and digital experience of client's brands on partner direct selling, retailer websites, and enhance their search ability and drive through to conversion. The aim is to be relevant, memorable, discoverable and drive efficiencies right down to the point of purchase.The successful incumbent will be tasked with rolling out their successful strategic eCommerce model across the wider agency group in terms of strategy, best practices and successful eCommerce models. The Head Of eCommerce will be responsible for delivering growth of this function and scaling the consulting business across the Netherlands and Belgium.Role Requirements:Provide strong client facing strategic leadership, in a consultative manner that gives clients in our group an edge on their eCommerce strategyBe an evangelist - educate clients and provide external and internal agency thought-leadershipCreate successful strategic planning frameworks and models of working utilising all available channelsAccountable, responsible for the delivery of upstream consultancy across the market and agencyBuild a successful strategy and consulting team who acts as a conduit for the local market when developing eCommerce transformation for clients.Develop a profitable business pipeline and create business plans to grow eCommerce across the group.Ensure client satisfaction at every stage of the processEnsure the connection and integration with performance and biddable solutions teams where these are fully embedded within the agency.Create the full stack best-in-class eCommerce model utilising content strategy, eComm add ons such as ratings and reviews, how to work with retail verticals, media planning, in market performance and biddable solutions) and also modulate approach that is industry specific for current and new clients.Continually lead on presenting to clients industry/market research findings, eCommerce search trends, eCommerce growth areas, new models to considerLead, build and develop a team via establishing a new practiceParticipate in and lead new business pitches where requiredWork with partner organisations, vendors and internal resources to continually refine and ensure the eCommerce practice is leading the way in terms of innovation and best practicesPerson Requirement:10 + years' experience in eCommerce at either a digital agency or client-sideMBA advantageousBe a proactive self-starterCan do attitude, driven, determinedExperience managing search projects to enhance eCommerce performanceStrong presentation and public speaking skillsExperience managing paid search co-ops with retail or manufacturer partnersEnjoy educating clients about how optimizing search can drive eCommerce effortsBe ambitious, driven and passionate about all things eCommerce, with an excellent knowledge of how search serves as the backbone of online purchasesBe forward thinking in terms of future-gazing and relate this into defining, innovations, product and operational structuresPossess good all-round comprehensive knowledge of direct and brand marketing principles and strategiesHave an adaptive style in being able to communicate often technical ideas in simple termsGood negotiating skills and strong with excel and numbersHave strong organisational skills, being able to manage multiple projects at once