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A Client Partner is expected to :Own the relationship with their central and/or local client\nEnsure the implementation of the strategic vision with the support of the internal team, local markets, OpCos and specialist functions\nDeliver business financial targets for designated clients;\nBe an ambassador for the business, connecting across internal and external networks to deliver the operating model and build the brand reputation of Dentsu Aegis Network\nJob Description:\nMerkle, a dentsucompany, powers the experienceeconomy. For more than 35 years, Merkle has put people at the heart of digital business transformation, combining strategy, data, technology, creativityand delivery to create experiences that drive growth, engagementand loyalty. With more than 16,000 peopleacross 30+ countries, Merkle brings together the scale of dentsuwith deep expertisein customer experience, commerce, data science, CRM, loyalty, marketing technologyand digital transformation. For more information, visit www.merkle.com.\nThe Role\nThis role is for a ClientPartner who can turn trusted strategic client relationships into measurable and sustainablegrowth. Working closely with the Chief Client Officer, the Client Partner will own growth across a focused portfolio of strategic clients, identify and shape demand early, develop qualified pipeline and mobilisethe best of Merkle and dentsuaround client outcomes.\nThis is not an account management role, a delivery leadership role, or a role for someone whose primary focus is internal operations. We are looking for someone who is relentlessly client focused, commercially driven and energisedby growth; someone who creates opportunities rather than only responding to them, looks outward to markets and client needs, builds influential relationships, and makes growth a natural outcome of trust.\nThe purpose of the role is to accelerate sustainable growth by building senior relationships, identifyingnew opportunities, shaping solutionsand creating significant commercial value for both clients and the business. \nThe Client Partner will work with the CCO and partners in Solutions and Delivery to shape growth strategies, support major client relationshipsand develop emerging talent within the client leadership team.\nYour success will be measured by your contribution to portfolio growth through relationship depth, opportunity identification, deal closure, and your ability to identifyand develop high-potential team members.\nWhat You'll Be Responsible For\nClient Relations\nBuild and maintaintrusted relationships with senior client stakeholders,understanding their ambitions and pain points,becoming their go-to partner for innovation and value creation.\n\nMaintain expert knowledge of client industries, market trends, and competitive landscapes to proactively identifygrowth opportunities.\n\nBring fresh thinking, innovationand relevant market perspectives to client conversations.\n\nGrowth Leadership\nWork with CCO and SMEs to develop and execute growth strategies across your portfolio\n\nBuild and manage qualified growth pipeline; take ownership of deal progression\n\nChallenge assumptions and bring rigorous thinking to opportunity assessment\n\nStrategic Leadership\nIdentifywhitespace opportunities and help shape demand\n\nThink beyond immediate client requirements and anticipateemerging needs\n\nBring market, industryand customer experience insight into client conversations, connecting emerging needs to Merkle and dentsucapabilities.\n\nSupport the development of compelling growth stories and business cases\n\nCommercial Excellence\nManage your portfolio with clear accountability and judgement for revenue, growth outcomesand margin\n\nBalance growth opportunity development with consistent delivery and client success\n\nWork collaboratively with the CCO, finance and operations on commercial planning and forecasting\n\nDemonstrate strong ownership mindset-treat client investment as if it were your own\n\nTeam Leadership & Collaboration\nBuild, mentorand develop a high-performing team, creating opportunities for emerging talent and contributing to a collaborative growth culture.\n\nBring together the right people to solve client challenges; know when to leverageexpertisefrom other areas of the business\n\nOperate with humility and lead with confidence where you add value, support where others lead\n\nExperience & Background\nEssential\n12+ years’ experience in client or relationship-led growth leadership within consulting, technology, digital transformation, CX, marketing technology or agency environments.\n\nProven track recordof building trusted, long-term client relationships that have resulted in substantial account growth and revenue expansion.\n\nCredibility with director, executive and VP-level stakeholders, with the judgement to navigate complex stakeholder environments.\n\nStrong understanding of technology-enabled business transformation and the modern marketing, dataand customer experience landscape.\n\nDemonstrable commercial acumen, ownership and experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and solutions.\n\nTrack record of bringing new solution approaches to market or innovating within major client relationships.\n\nEssential Skills & Capabilities\nCommercial acumen: understandsbusiness models, profitability, value creation, forecastingand disciplined pipeline management.\n\nRelationship building:builds rapport quickly, earns trust through insight and integrity, and brings value without a predetermined agenda.\n\nStrategic thinking: connects market trends, customer challengesand Merkle capability to create compelling growth stories and business cases.\n\nCollaboration and self-awareness:leads where they add value, supportswhere others lead, welcomesfeedback and bringspeople with them.\n\nResilience and accountability:operates proactively within strategic direction, takes ownership of outcomesand adapts quickly to change.\n\nPersonal Attributes\nWe are looking for someone who is naturally curious, opportunity-orientedand commercially sharp; someone who thrives in ambiguity, creates momentum, builds trust, challenges constructively and brings others with them. They should be credible with senior stakeholders, resilient in the face of setbacksand motivated by growth without losing sight of relationships, empathyand team development.\nWhy This Role Matters\nIf you get genuine satisfaction from helping clients grow, solving complex challenges, creating value and winning together - and if you are energisedby the prospect of developing talent as part of a collaborative growth team - this is the role for you.\nWhat we offer\nThis is a permanent role. The team is based from our London office on a hybrid working basis.\nAs well as a competitive salary, the candidate will enjoy a benefits package that they can tailor to their needs which includes:\nAt dentsu, we care deeply about our people. Our flexible benefits package supports your health, wellbeing, and financial future with company-funded private medical insurance, virtual GP access, and an employee assistance programme. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus extra days for your birthday, wellbeing, and volunteering. From discounted gym memberships and retail perks to electric car leasing and travel insurance, dentsu empowers you to thrive both at work and in life.\nInclusion and Diversity\nAt Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.\nWe welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.\nWe recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. 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