Manager, Planning, UK

We are looking for a knowledgeable and committed media planner to run the day-to-day management of the account, working closely with the Account Director to deliver creative, innovative and integrated campaigns across a range of channels. This includes ‘digital-first’ audience insight, competitive and market reviews and campaign performance analysis. Within this role you will be involved in end-to-end media planning, from annual planning to econometrics debriefs, lead a budding team, and deliver idea-first media solutions within an accommodating, fair and friendly client team.

Responsibilities

Run the day-to-day management of the account, working closely with the Account Director to deliver creative, innovative and integrated campaigns across a range of channels; Include ‘digital-first’ audience insight, competitive and market reviews and campaign performance analysis; Be involved in end-to-end media planning, from annual planning to econometrics debriefs; Lead a budding team; Deliver idea-first media solutions; Input heavily into the strategic planning and delivery of multiple multichannel campaigns

Requirements

Established knowledge of the UK digital landscape; Experience using insights and planning tools to ensure plans are digital-first, founded in insight and set-up to test & learn; Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity; Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust; Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise; Passionate about Communications Planning with an appetite to learn and develop; Ambition to work as part of a tight-knit team and contribute to the team culture of open communication; Curiosity about consumer behaviour, trends, brands, the media landscape and technology; Self-motivated; Excellent organisational skills; Ability to manage a diverse workload, work at pace and prioritise tasks; Calm under pressure; Keen interest in understanding the client’s business and challenges; Ability to give accurate verbal and written directions, instructions and feedback; Solution-focused mindset; Ability to develop storytelling through presentations; Enjoy motivating others to do their best work

Benefits

Competitive medical; Group retirement plans; Vision insurance; Dental insurance; Significant paid time off; Preferential partner discounts; Employee mental health awareness days