Overview

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Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it combines its global network of leadership brands to deliver end-to-end experience transformation (EX) across Media, CXM and Creative, with a BX mindset driving sustainable growth for brands, people and society.

iProspect is a global digital-first end-to-end media agency enabling performance-driven brand building. The team supports brands such as Sonos, Cox, LG, Hilton, Levi’s, Budweiser, Microsoft, and Procter & Gamble with a network of more than 8,000 media and performance specialists in 93 global markets.

Role purpose

This role plays a pivotal part in the day-to-day management for one of our largest premium automotive clients. It serves as a key lead in delivering communications planning, supported by a Planning Manager, and is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end campaign process for our clients. This includes brand campaigns, product launches, seasonal initiatives, and tactical volume-driving campaigns. It also requires building and maintaining productive relationships with our clients’ partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the communications planning and day-to-day management of allocated brand, product and tactical campaigns by developing a deep understanding of the client’s business and brand.
• Champion iProspect’s experimentation agenda and use the Media++ planning process to deliver effective and forward-looking communications plans alongside outstanding client service.
• Ensure excellence in the end-to-end campaign process by working with strategists and cross-discipline teams to deliver high-standard work.
• Model collaboration across specialist areas to develop pioneering solutions that accelerate the client’s business.
• Maintain operational and financial accuracy, ensuring budgets and plans are well managed with timely POs and invoicing.
• Directly manage the planning team (Planning Manager & Executive) and support their career development.

Qualifications + Skills

• Extensive experience in developing and nurturing client relationships and leading planning across all media channels.
• Experience planning across multiple markets.
• Experience in both brand and performance advertising is desirable.
• Practitioner experience in at least one performance media channel.
• Familiar with ad technology, planning tools, and channel nuances.
• Experience in people management.
• Desire to continuously improve and willingness to experiment and innovate to drive future success.

What We Offer

• This is a permanent role.
• Based in London with a hybrid working model; expected presence on client sites.
• Competitive salary and a tailored benefits package.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing unique perspectives and contributions. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or other protected characteristics. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We are open to flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you need accommodations, please contact accommodations@dentsu.com with the role reference.

Location: London

Brand: iProspect

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent