Job Description

Agency :
Havas WorldWide
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New Business Platformer
Department: Global Growth
Agency: Havas Creative Network
Duration: 6-month placement (October 2025-April 2026)
Location: London, UK
Position: Full-time, hybrid working
About Havas
Havas is one of the world's largest global communication networks - employing over 27,000 people, in more than 700 agencies, across 120 countries around the globe. The Havas Group is made up of five main agency networks: Havas Creative; Havas Media, Havas Health, Havas CX and Prose on Pixels - and together we have created the most exciting integrated agency model, designed to give clients a new kind of agility, cultural connectivity and access to the best industry talent. At Havas, our goal is to make a meaningful difference to the brands, the businesses, and the lives of the people with work with.
The Global Growth Team
The team works across Global New Business and Growth initiatives for the Havas Creative Network (HCN). The team operates with a fluid and collaborative structure, where everyone supports one another. You'll be part of a fast-paced, ambitious environment where no two days are the same! Working closely with the Creative, Strategy, and Leadership teams, you'll also gain valuable exposure to the thinking, processes, and impactful work led by surrounding teams. As a New Business Platformer, you'll be gaining hands-on experience, working across high-value live global and local pitches and will contribute to wider growth efforts across the 72 villages to help win and grow business across the network. You'll be joining the London-based Global Growth team, working closely with:The Global New Business Executive, your line manager The wider growth team, including the Senior Global New Business Manager, Associate Directors, Global Growth and Marketing Director and Global Brands and Marketing Officer.

PRIMARY FOCUS
Support the HCN Global Growth team to:Drive business growth and delivery against key Global KPIs Support with global, multi-market and multi-capability pitches Help deliver against growth initiatives for agencies within Havas Creative Network Maintain and uphold global new business processes and best practices Connect with and help support local markets with knowledge sharing Provide accurate pipeline and performance reports to leadership and support on training and ELT decks

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pitch & Market SupportHelp local teams connect with the right agencies and resources for pitches Manage global requests for pitch insights and information Assist with building pitch materials like RFI documents and credentials decks

Creative IntelligenceKeep our Global Case Study library on SharePoint up to date Help create and update tools like the Global Agencies Book and Agency Snapshots Share examples of great work and best practices across our internal platforms

Reporting & Growth TrackingSupport regular reporting on growth activity across the network Help prepare updates like the bi-weekly Hotsheet and weekly pipeline reports Keep track of industry news and updates to spot upcoming pitch opportunities Monitor changes in key contacts or roles at top brands we want to work with

Best Practice & Knowledge SharingMaintain and share toolkits, handbooks, and guidelines used across the network Help spread opportunities and tender information to relevant teams

Culture & CollaborationBe a positive force in the Global Growth community Help build a culture of energy, creativity, and teamwork

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESA genuine passion for learning and being part of a collaborative global team Highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with ease Methodical and proactive, with strong prioritisation and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail and reliable time management Discreet and professional when handling sensitive information and working with senior leaders A strong team player with a flexible, can-do attitude Friendly, respectful, and confident in building relationships across all levels Comfortable communicating with senior stakeholders and contributing to high-level conversations

6-MONTH OUTLINE
This role is all about learning by doing and making a real impact from day one. Here's what you can expect throughout your placement:Months 1-2: Orientation & ImmersionGet familiar with Havas, including the Global Growth team, the different agencies within the Creative Network and how we work Onboard onto internal systems, tools and reporting platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Trackers) Learn the ropes of global new business - from pitch processes to prospecting, case studies and agency credentials Start supporting with live pitch work and global requests Begin maintaining resources like the Global Case Study Library and Agency Book
Months 3-4: Active OwnershipBegin to take ownership of key weekly and bi-weekly reports (e.g. Hotsheet, pipeline updates) Begin to own inbound requests for creds and pitch intelligence from local/global teams with support from the Global New Business Executive Support on RFI and creds submissions Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practice toolkits Support on the creation and gathering of material for the HCN's annual Agency Book, and Agency Snapshots, corresponding with New Business leads across the network
Months 5-6: Deeper Involvement & Strategic ProjectsIntroduction to tenders and beginning to support the sharing of relevant opportunities with the network Mostly own network requests with minimal support from the Global New Business Executive Mostly take ownership of key weekly and bi-weekly reports (e.g. Hotsheet, pipeline updates) Beginning to own creation and gathering of the annual Agency Book and Agency Snapshots and building relationships across the network Reflect on learnings and contribute ideas for improving global growth operations, including prospecting activities and ways of working.

Throughout your placement, you'll be working closely with senior global stakeholders, learning directly from Strategic, Creative and Business pitch leads, and developing critical business, communication and project management skills. You'll leave with real-world experience, a deeper understanding of the industry, and a strong sense of where your strengths and interests lie.
On the Platform programme, you'll benefit from:A dedicated Buddy Introductions and breakfasts with Senior Leaders Pastoral Support Free breakfast in the office Wellbeing and mental health support Yulife - wellbeing app Employee assistance programme

Training and Development sessionsCommunication Productivity Goal Setting and Objectives Career Development Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Networking CV & LinkedIn Industry Insight sessions Group Project

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce and a barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments made to the recruitment process, please let us know.
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Contract Type :
Intern
Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual's ability to perform their job.