Managing Partner – Creative Agency, Lebanon

About the role

The Owl Agency, a creative and production agency based in Qatar, has opened its first office in Lebanon and is looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial Managing Partner to lead its Lebanese operations. The role suits a business-minded creative leader who can build and lead a team, develop strong client relationships and turn creative ideas into successful business opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, approach and pitch new clients, build relationships with clients and strategic partners, and lead presentations, proposals and negotiations
• Develop and execute business strategies to grow the agency's presence in Lebanon and the region, and find new revenue streams
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of creatives, designers, strategists and production professionals, oversee recruitment, performance and daily operations, and set up efficient workflows
• Oversee creative output, give strategic guidance on branding, campaigns and communication, and work with the creative and production teams on client briefs
• Manage budgets, profitability and project costs, ensure client satisfaction and coordinate with the Qatar headquarters on regional growth

Required profile

• 10+ years of professional experience in advertising, creative, branding, communications or production
• Proven experience managing a complete agency team across several departments
• Strong understanding of creative direction, branding, marketing, communications and production
• Excellent business development, pitching, negotiation and client management skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset, able to work independently and collaborate with regional leadership
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and Arabic; French is a plus