Creative Director (Maternity Cover)

Job Description

Job Title: Creative Director (Maternity Cover)

Department: Creative (Agency)

Reporting To: MD of the Agency

Contract Type: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover)

Location: Hybrid (2 days in office - East London)

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly strategic and hands-on Creative Director to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This role is pivotal in driving creative excellence across both new business and existing client work, with a strong focus on social-first thinking.

You will lead from the front - shaping pitch responses, elevating always-on content, and supporting the growth and development of our client portfolio across organic and paid social. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic agency environment and is confident presenting at the highest level.

This is an opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within the agency, with immediate impact across creative output, team direction, and commercial growth.

Job Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Extensive experience in social media, across both organic and paid channels
• Proven track record of leading and managing creative teams in an agency environment
• Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic, high-performing social work
• Highly confident and articulate presenter, with experience pitching and leading client-facing sessions
• Deep understanding of social platform behaviour, trends, and cultural insights
• Ability to move seamlessly between big-picture strategy and hands-on creative output
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, energetic, and solutions-focused
• Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple priorities
• Collaborative and ego-free, with a strong leadership presence
• Passionate about social, creativity, innovation, and the ever evolving media landscape
  
  

What Success Looks Like

• Successful conversion of new business opportunities through standout pitches
• Noticeable uplift in the quality and performance of always-on social output
• Stronger, more strategic client relationships and account growth
• A motivated, well-supported creative team delivering best-in-class work
  
  

Contract Details

• Fixed-term maternity cover (duration: 9 months)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in East London office)
  
  

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

New Business & Pitching

• Own and lead the creative response to briefs, spanning large-scale lead social agency pitches through to smaller, fast-turnaround opportunities
• Translate client challenges into compelling, insight-led creative platforms and campaign ideas
• Partner closely with strategy, social and client leadership to shape persuasive pitch narratives
• Lead pitch presentations with confidence, clarity, and authority - bringing ideas to life in the room
  
  

Creative Leadership & Output

• Set and continuously raise the bar for creative excellence across all social output
• Elevate the quality and effectiveness of always-on organic social content across all clients
• Provide clear creative direction and feedback to internal teams, ensuring consistency and excellence
  
  

Client Development & Growth

• Play a key role in strengthening senior client relationships through creative leadership
• Support account teams in identifying and unlocking growth opportunities across existing clients
• Bring fresh thinking to existing accounts, helping evolve brand presence and performance
• Oversee the development and execution of content
  
  

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary creative team

Create a positive, ambitious, and collaborative team culture

Provide clear, actionable feedback that develops both craft and strategic thinking

Support team structure, resourcing, and workflow to ensure high-quality output at pace

Champion creative best practice and continuous learning within the team

Process & Collaboration

• Ensure creative processes are efficient, scalable, and suited to a fast-paced social environment
• Help refine ways of working that improve output and team effectiveness
  
  

Job Benefits

What’s in It for You?

At Jungle, we value our people and offer a range of perks to enhance your experience with us:

• Free daily breakfast
• Office dog day every Wednesday!
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance, including your birthday off
• Eye care support
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders
• Generous family-friendly policies
• Regular social events and direct communication with leadership
• Volunteering days
• Wellbeing day
• Recognition schemes and awards
• Long-service awards
• High street discount vouchers
• Cycle-to-work scheme
  
  

Jungle Life - We believe in adding to our culture, not just fitting into it. At Jungle Creations, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate different perspectives, encourage innovation, and create a sense of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Our Mission

‘We exist to create ideas that get people to thrive online and in the real world.’

Our Values

Collaborate – We work together to achieve great things

Innovate – We push boundaries and find creative solutions

Champion – We support and uplift each other

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of background, feel valued and empowered. If you require any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.