Interim Commercial Director

Interim Commercial Director Creative & Digital Agency

London (Hybrid - 3 days per week)

January - May 2027 4-month contract

I'm working with an ambitious, independent creative and digital agency looking for an experienced Interim Commercial Director to step into a founder-led commercial role during a four-month period of paternity cover.

The agency works across branding, UI/UX, digital experiences and motion, partnering with startups, scaleups and established global brands.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced agency leader who enjoys being hands-on commercially, building relationships and driving revenue, rather than simply overseeing strategy.

The Opportunity

• Take ownership of the agency's commercial function, inheriting an established client base, warm relationships and an active sales pipeline.
• Lead and support an existing three-person business development and marketing team.
• Drive new business, personally leading pitches, proposals, negotiations and deal closures.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts, reactivate previous clients and develop strategic partnerships.
• Shape commercial and marketing strategy, ensuring activity translates into profitable revenue.
• Work closely with creative and delivery teams to ensure commercial commitments are realistic and margins protected.

Who We're Looking For

• Ideally, someone with 10+ years' experience in the creative, branding or digital agency world, with a strong track record of commercial leadership and personally winning business.
• You might be a former Agency Founder, Managing Director, Commercial Director or senior New Business / Client Services Director who's comfortable stepping into an established business, making decisions independently and delivering results quickly.
• The agency offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment, genuine commercial autonomy and the opportunity to make a tangible impact over a relatively short period.
• There's also potential for the contract to extend, subject to performance and business requirements.