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You’re not here by chance. You’re here because you seek more than just a job.

I’m Ilina, your personal guide on this growth journey. My own journey into HR was inspired by a chance conversation that transformed my career into something that doesn’t just feel like work, it’s part of who I am. Ever since then I feel responsible to pay it forward, and now, I’m here to help you discover how your career can resonate deeply with your own life.

Our doors are wide open to the rare 1% who not only love marketing and growing businesses, but also wake up each day asking, “How can I create more value today?”

If by any chance this might be you, don’t be shy – take a peak into our world

Ilina | People Officer & Partner at Lean

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The Lean origin

It all started in 2015 when Nenad, our founder, left his role as a marketing director at Upwork in the USA, and returned to Macedonia along with his family.

The dream? To create an agency with a premium team of marketers that actually care for their clients. Disappointed by the prevailing agency model that spread talent thin across too many clients, he envisioned something different: a top-notch marketing agency where people see clients’ businesses as their own.

From the beginning, the focus was never on quick wins and profits, but on delivering meaningful and enduring growth.

With a deep commitment to just one client in the first two years, he started what is today known as “Lean” – a company of marketing and creative superstars.

Years later, we are still delivering premium service for the fastest-growing brands in the USA and EU.

Journey

The journey continues, hop on

Today, we blend the wisdom of our nine-year journey with the agility and excitement of a startup. Every day, we’re still figuring things out, continuously reinventing and challenging ourselves. Here marketing is not just our profession – it’s our passion.

From the very beginning, Nenad believed in the power of finding people better than himself. This belief is the cornerstone of our vision – we want LEAN to exist 100+ years from now, delivering services that don’t just meet the mark, but set new standards. To this end, already, 30% of LEAN is shared back with partners, Leansters, who’ve been integral to our journey. Now, we’re looking for more pioneers like you—people ready to join us, push us to new heights and in the process become our next partners.

By joining LEAN, you’re not just finding a new job; you’re joining a story in progress. Whether you’re in your career’s first chapters or ready to start a new volume, you’re more than a cog in the machine here – you’re creating value and impact for LEAN, our clients and our people.

Discover more

About our foundation, our transitions, and our vision for the future:

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Creating value since 2015

100%

of clients come
from referrals

100+

clients grown so far,
and counting

350M

managed budget
so far

90

NPS score

200%

longer agency-client relationship compared to the industry average

3%

top Google
Premier Partners

How we behave

​​True value starts within you—around here, that's something we all have in common!

Tap on each to learn more.

Responsibility

You are able to conscientiously respond to any situation. 

 

You take radical ownership, deliver work you are proud of, and make real impact – because your actions influence more than just yourself.

 

You’d catch yourself saying:

It’s up to me!

Growth seeking

You believe that achievements are due to hard work and dedication, talent is just the starting point.

 

You embrace challenges, seek feedback, and learn relentlessly – because growth is a journey, not a destination.

 

You’d catch yourself saying:

How can I do it better?

Innovation

You are motivated by change. Being in the status quo sends shivers down your spine.

 

You want to take things to the next level, are courageous, and seek better ways to do things—because staying still means falling behind.

 

You’d catch yourself saying:

What’s next? What else can I do?

How we act

At LEAN, saying that we prioritize a client-centric approach would be an understatement – it’s the very foundation of who we are. Rather than presenting a mere list of services, we dive deep into understanding our clients’ core needs and ambitions. If there’s a gap between what they require and what we offer, we don’t back down. We embrace the challenge, knowing that if anyone can find a solution, it’s us. This mindset isn’t just a philosophy; it’s our DNA, setting us apart as trailblazers in a sea of conformity.

Our clients demand innovation, so we actively seek disruptors who can bring fresh ideas and challenge the status quo.

They expect full commitment, so we pursue individuals who are fully dedicated to delivering premium service, understanding that anything less would compromise our promise.

They value boldness, knowing that cautious choices rarely lead to extraordinary achievements, which is why we seek bold individuals who aren’t afraid to take risks.

So for us, marketing isn’t just a job – it’s a passion, a calling. We think true marketing excellence is born from genuine passion and dedication. That’s why this isn’t a typical 9-5 job. Here, we’re energized by the freedom to innovate and the responsibility to deliver outstanding results. If you prefer highly structured tasks, comfort and predictability, our environment might be challenging for you. After all, marketers are agents of change, and if this resonates with you then you’ll find LEAN not just safe but truly invigorating and fulfilling.

Meet the Leansters

Here’s the deal: we’re not just a bunch of job titles and task lists. We’re a collective of thinkers, storytellers, and data-driven wizards.

Our lunchtime is less of eating silently and more of a playground for the curious – where a simple question about proper grammar, the origin of a dish, or the true meaning of empathy can quickly escalate into a full-blown debate worthy of ancient Athenian forums (yes, we’ll argue about prepositions and the cultural heritage of schnitzel with equal fervor). And amidst these lively exchanges, we do find moments to savor our meals—though they often end up as fuel for thought as much as for the body.

As for team building? Imagine a blend of brainy banters, spirited charades, and passionate discussions about whether pineapple belongs on pizza (it’s a heated topic!). The anecdotes we create are the kind that stick with you, prompting a knowing grin rather than just a passing smile. Sure, our gatherings might be as rare as a quiet day on the internet, but when they happen, they’re downright memorable.

Dive into the day-to-day at LEAN and you’ll find a space where creativity meets logic, where a spreadsheet guru is just as likely to quote Shakespeare as they are to analyze a conversion funnel. We embrace the inner nerd, the weekend philosopher, and the creative maverick in all of us. It’s a place where being a bit offbeat is exactly what makes us tick.

Our gallery of memories and questions raised speaks volumes about life at LEAN.

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How you can grow with us

Joining LEAN is like jumping into a decade of experience, ready to innovate from day one. It’s the best of both worlds: the agility and excitement of a startup blended with the wisdom of a decade’s experience. Your impact here isn’t measured in time, but in your ideas and results.

The Lean partnership model

Our unique partnership model isn’t just about sharing profits; it’s about co-owning the journey and the destination. It’s for those who don’t just come to work, but come to change the game, to lead, and to inspire. This is where you can earn more than a title – you can earn a stake in the very fabric of LEAN.

  • Meritocratic System: we don’t care if you are 3 years or 3 months in, here it’s your impact that matters.
  • Shared Ownership: ~30% of LEAN is already shared back and we are looking to give more to people better than us who trust our vision and will help drive our collective success forward.
  • Mutual Growth: As LEAN grows, so do you. Your growth fuels a cycle of success and reward.

Meet Lean’s partners

Hear it directly from those who’ve walked the path.
Discover our partners’ journeys and see how their dedication and ingenuity have shaped their careers and LEAN's trajectory.

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Your career path

At LEAN, career paths are not predetermined highways; they’re more like an intricate web of trails, where exploration is encouraged, and destinations unfold through discovery. Imagine a climbing wall, with each hold representing a skill, challenge, or opportunity — it’s up to you to find your path upward or horizontally, leveraging the holds that best suit our clients’ needs and your strengths.

Starting with our clients’ needs in mind, at present, all roles converge towards two fundamental pillars — Consultancy and Operational Excellence. As you climb, you may find your grip strengthening in strategy or your footing firm in operations. But the landscape shifts with our clients’ needs, and so our roles evolve. This fluid movement is not just accepted; it’s celebrated as a testament to our adaptability and commitment to personal growth.

Below, you’ll see a snapshot of the roles and how they align within our dual-pillar structure. Keep in mind, while these positions illustrate our framework today, our dynamic environment means that roles and responsibilities are always evolving to meet new challenges and opportunities. At the same time, if you don’t see some of the roles in our Open roles section but you feel eager to join us, don’t let that stop you, reach out to us.

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