Head Of Growth & Strategy (Bay & King)
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
Job Order ID: 8378
Employment Type: Yearly Salary
Web Publication Date: 7/10/2025 12:00:00 AM
Number of Positions: 1
Job Location: Toronto
Brief Description:Our employer is a leading global digital advertising technology company and agency. They are seeking a dynamic Head of Growth & Strategy to lead the digital marketing agency and sales operations across North America, based in Toronto.This unique position combines strategic oversight of the local digital marketing agency with hands-on leadership in sales and business development.The ideal candidate will be both commercially savvy and marketing-oriented and someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands agency dynamics, and has a proven ability to drive growth through upselling, cross-selling, and expanding client portfolios. You will work closely with the sales team and agency team in Toronto, acting as a bridge between operations, strategy, and business expansion. If you're a digital marketing expert with a passion for building businesses and developing talent, this role is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.Job Function:
- Manage the Toronto digital agency's strategic direction and growth targets, ensuring consistency with its global vision.
- Manage and mentor the local sales team, providing guidance, setting goals, and tracking performance.
- Lead business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and driving revenue growth through upselling and strategic expansions.
- Collaborate with account managers to ensure excellent client service and to spot opportunities for scaling service offerings.
- Manage the full sales cycle: from lead generation to closing deals and expanding existing accounts.
- Represent the company in the North American market, including networking, partnerships, and thought leadership opportunities.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, finance) to localize strategy and maximize impact in North America.
Job Requirement:
- A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is required.
- 7+ years of experience in business development, growth, or account strategy within a digital marketing agency or B2B tech environment.
- Proven success in a leadership or strategic sales role with direct team or regional responsibility.
- Deep understanding of digital marketing services (SEM, social media advertising, performance marketing, etc.).
- Strong client-facing experience, including pitching, upselling, and relationship-building.
- A self-starter with a strategic mindset and hands-on execution ability.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working in or with international teams is an advantage.