Co-Founder/Chief Executive Officer/Chief Operating Officer

Role Overview

The Co-Founder & CEO/COO will have full responsibility for Tritons business, people, and market presence.

This is a leadership role with direct ownership of:

- Culture & DNA Creation

- Business strategy and P&L

- Client acquisition and new business

- Client Leadership and Stewardship

- Overall agency direction and growth

- The role is entrepreneurial in nature, with the backing of an established parent oganization.

Key Responsibilities:

Business & Strategy:

- Define Tritons positioning, service offerings, and go-to-market approach.

- Set short- and long-term growth plans aligned with profitability.

- Own the P&L and overall financial performance of the agency.

- Work closely with Alchemist leadership to leverage group capabilities where relevant.

Client Leadership & New Business:

- Lead senior client relationships and act as the primary face of the agency.

- Drive new business development and pitch strategy.

- Build a stable portfolio of retained and project-based clients.

- Ensure consistent quality of thinking, output, and delivery across accounts.

Team & Culture:

- Build and lead a senior leadership team across creative, strategy, and business.

- Attract strong talent and create a culture of accountability and ownership.

- Set clear performance standards while fostering a collaborative working environment.

Brand & Market Presence:

- Re-establish Triton as a credible and respected agency brand in the industry.

- Build visibility through work, client success, and industry participation.

- Ensure the agencys reputation reflects both creative quality and business maturity.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is likely to:

- Be currently in a senior leadership role (No. 2 or No. 3) at a reputed advertising or marketing agency.

- Have extensive experience leading new business processes, key client relationships, revenue streams, and handling teams.

- Possess strong commercial understanding alongside creative and strategic judgment.

- Demonstrate entrepreneurial intent and readiness to build an agency, having not previously had the opportunity to do so independently.

- Be comfortable taking full ownership and accountability for outcomes.

Experience & Skills:

- 15-20 years of experience in advertising, marketing, or integrated communications.

Proven track record in:

- Business growth and revenue management

- Client relationship leadership

- Team building at scale

- Strong understanding of both traditional brand communication and modern digital ecosystems.

- High credibility with clients and peers in the industry.

Good To Have:

- MBA in Marketing from a reputed institute

- A failed (or could even be successful :) ) entrepreneurship stint.