Sector Lead, Insight Consulting

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.
Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please note that for this role, we are only able to consider candidates who are already based in the country of employment.
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The role
As Sector Lead, Insights Consulting, you will report to the Regional Head of Insights Consulting and be responsible for the success, growth and retention of our strategic clients within your assigned sector across the region.
You will provide strategic leadership for the sector, taking direct responsibility for key accounts while supporting Client Leaders in managing and developing medium-sized and smaller accounts. You will play a key role in driving client satisfaction, business growth and team performance.
Acting as a senior communications research strategist and thought leader in communications measurement, you will help clients understand the value of their communications through data-driven insights and strategic advice. You will also support business development by identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and engaging with prospective clients.
Alongside your client responsibilities, you will lead, coach and develop a team of senior professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality insights and consulting services that meet the needs of both domestic and global clients.
Duties and responsibilities
The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
Drive sector growth and client retention: Develop and implement strategies to grow client relationships, strengthen retention and identify opportunities for account development within your sector.
Lead and develop the team: Manage, coach and mentor a team of Senior Insights Consultants and Insights Consultants, supporting their professional development and overall performance.
Provide strategic client leadership: Lead key accounts and support Client Leaders in developing and delivering effective strategies for medium-sized and smaller clients.
Support business development: Act as a senior communications research strategist and thought leader, contributing to new business opportunities, client pitches and upselling initiatives.
Collaborate across teams: Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality products and services that meet client needs.
Drive innovation: Identify opportunities to improve our products and services, champion new approaches and support the adoption of innovative solutions across your sector.
Essential skills and experience
A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.
Fluency in both English and German, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
At least 5 years' experience in driving strategic customer growth, retention and account development.
2–3 years' experience managing client relationships and leading or developing small teams.
Strong strategic thinking and the ability to identify opportunities for business growth and long-term client partnerships.
Excellent client relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
The ability to coach and develop team members while maintaining high standards of client service and delivery.
A willingness to travel approximately 5–10% of the time.
What We Offer
Upon joining Cision, you will immediately have access to a range of benefits that are fully or partially funded by the company and form part of your overall benefits package. These benefits include:
Capital-forming benefits and a pension fund
Flexible working hours and mobile work