23...WHO?
23red is a purpose-driven creative agency. We develop brands and campaigns that change behaviour for the better and have a positive impact on people’s lives.
Whether it’s tackling climate change, fighting inequality or driving blood donations, we take pride in developing brands and campaigns that make a real difference to society.
We are experts in crafting creative campaigns that cut through and engage, delivering them through paid, owned and earned channels, frequently working through the trusted voices of media, partners or influencers.
Our people are motivated by the impact of our work and we have clear values, each underpinned by a set of behaviours: Collaborative, Curious, Creative, Caring and Clever.
We’re part of Capgemini Invent globally, aligned to Frog in the UK – and whilst we operate as a separate brand, we have the benefit of being part of a powerful network.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
This role is designed to build strong foundational experience in new business. The New Business Executive will be instrumental in keeping the function running smoothly, while developing the skills and confidence to take on greater ownership of opportunities over time.
The New Business Executive will play a vital supporting role within the agency’s new business function, helping to keep the pipeline active, organised, and responsive.
Working closely with the New Business Manager, you will contribute to the successful delivery of the agency’s growth strategy by supporting day-to-day new business and prospecting activity and ensuring no opportunity is missed.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role ideal for someone starting their career in new business, marketing, or agency environments, who brings energy, curiosity, and a proactive mindset.
This is a junior role for someone with recent agency experience (internship to 6 months plus within a creative, social, PR or Marketing agency environment), with a focus on supporting the team and building new business skills.
Interest in purpose-led sectors Enthusiasm for working with charities, not for profits, or socially impactful organisations, and an eagerness to support purpose driven new business opportunities.
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?
Admin & Process Support
Provide general administrative support to the new business function, improving efficiency and helping ensure best practices are followed. Supporting on a variety of activities and liaising with account teams when needed.
Pitch Coordination Assistance
Support New Business Manager and pitch teams on live opportunities by helping coordinate logistics, preparing materials, tracking deadlines, and ensuring smooth internal communication.
Helping to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of opportunities, contacts, and activity within CRM systems and internal trackers, ensuring strong visibility across the team.
Assist in keeping case studies, credentials decks, and ‘boilerplate’ content up to date, ensuring the team has high-quality materials ready to share.
Supporting the new business and marketing teams with agency updates to keep contacts informed and promote agency activity across social channels; assist in planning and coordinating events across the year and helping to coordinate agency award entries.
Intermediary & Network Support
Help maintain relationships with key intermediaries and contacts (e.g. online platforms, procurement contacts), ensuring the agency stays visible and responsive.
Opportunity Monitoring & Research
Regularly track new business portals, industry sources, and inbound enquiries to help identify potential opportunities.
Lead Qualification Support
Assist in the early-stage qualification of opportunities by gathering key information, to help determine alignment with agency strengths and priorities.
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COMPETENCIES
A highly organised and detail-oriented individual
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, with Canva an advantage.
Proactive, energetic, and eager to learn
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
Interest in agency environments, marketing, and business development
Collaborative mindset with a positive, can-do attitude
Experience or familiarity with CRM systems and an understanding of social media channels and online platforms.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We are committed at 23red to creating a team that represents the rich diversity of society, and we strive to create a working environment that ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We welcome all applications, especially those from individuals who are underrepresented in our industry. This includes people from ethnic minorities, LGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen) and people of any age and class.
In considering candidates, we look for culture add rather than culture fit – we do not seek to create a homogenous culture and value the diversity of perspectives the team bring to the table.
