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We are a leading, full-service, integrated, communications and marketing services agency that delivers industry-defining work and next-generation solutions for brands, businesses and organisations. In the Middle East, North Africa & Turkey (MENAT region), our network comprises a hyper-connected, awardwinning network with a presence in 13 cities – including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait, Doha and Istanbul. Our team comprises social media experts, digital specialists, creatives, strategists, analysts and PR professionals who believe in the power of collaboration to deliver high-value, high-impact communications and business solutions for our clients. By welcoming outstanding and diverse talents to our team, we complement our sector expertise with specialisms such as content, content production, creative design, creative technology, digital platforms, influencer marketing, integrated media, media relations, social strategy and engagement, strategic planning, and video productions. Weber Shandwick was honored as the PRovoke Global Agency of the Decade (2020), PRWeek Global Best Agency in Middle East (2020), PRCA MENA Large Consultancy of the Year (2022, 2021, 2019) and PRCA MENA Digital Team of the Year (2021, 2020). Weber Shandwick was named to Ad Age’s Agency AList in 2020 and Best Places to Work in 2019, in addition to being certified as a Great Place to Work UAE | Turkey (2022).

Role And Client Overview

Lead and create a plan for social media campaigns ensuring target audience acquisition and supporting brand and business objectives across the client’s social media portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop agency POV on how Social and Mobile drive Brand marketing efforts
• Provide direction and relevant insights to guide Social Media efforts and integrated marketing communications plans for the Client
• Reinforce Social Media expertise; stay current on changes in the Social Media space and experiment with new ways to leverage Social Media to achieve marketing objectives and goals
• Identify a big picture vision for what Social strategy can deliver for a Client's business
• Articulate and defend the rationale for recommended Social Media tools and approaches to the Agency team and Clients
• Ensure that all parties (including Social team, internal Client team, and relevant Partner Agencies / disciplines) are strategically aligned across all platforms to deliver the best Social marketing solutions
• Manage pod (Client teams) integration with Creative Directors and Account Managers
• Serve as the key point of contact and subject matter expert for Account teams and with key stakeholders on Social and Mobile developments to ensure we are providing Clients with the most up-to-date best practices
• Oversee the production of quality Social Media work across all Agency & Agency Partners and ensure that the work developed is at the standard expected by the Agency
• Identify similar themes across projects and Clients to efficiently tackle new challenges and identify clear paths forward
• Provide insight and expertise into major Brand campaigns to ensure that they are optimized appropriately for Social and Mobile
• Take a leadership role in understanding and uncovering Client motivations / needs
• Demonstrate expert presentation skills that help to change minds and inspire others
• Provide direction and vision for new opportunities in order to expand existing business
• Assume responsibility for the growth and development of the multi-disciplinary Social team
• Regularly provide feedback and create opportunities for individual team member growth and development
• 8+ years of experience in social media or a related field.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skill
• Excellent writing, presentation development and presentation skills directed towards internal and client stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to craft insightful creative briefs that inspires creative teams and clients alike
• Ability to remain flexible / agile and manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Deep knowledge of traditional and digital / social campaign development, implementation and sentiment tracking
• Demonstrated knowledge of up and coming and current trends in the digital and social media space
• Ability to analyze data to unlock insights that will create memorable and effective social media content for the brand and nameplates

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Non-profit Organizations

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Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One.

We are looking for a Business Director to join our Spark Foundry team in Riyadh. This talent will be responsible for client delivery and implementation planning; representing the agency's briefs and values whilst inspiring others to do the same.

1. Overall development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.
2. Identifying new business opportunities and generating leads.
3. Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.
4. Identify organic growth, cross/up-selling drivers to maximize growth for the agency.
5. Bring in cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.
6. Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.
7. Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.
8. Offer mentorship and guidance to the overall team members.
9. Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.
10. Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.
11. Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.
12. Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.
13. Act as a client lead responsible for nurturing and building a strong rapport that fosters strong partnerships through effective communication and relevant advice.
14. Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.
15. Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.

1. Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
3. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
4. Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
5. Experience in business development and industry representation.
6. Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in-depth understanding in industry developments & initiatives (i.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc.).
7. Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
8. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
9. Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
10. Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
11. Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
12. Strong grasp of and ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans, and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
13. Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
14. Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
15. Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.

Company Description

Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One.

Overview

We are looking for a Business Director to join our Spark Foundry team in Riyadh. This talent will be responsible for client delivery and implementation planning; representing the agency's briefs and values whilst inspiring others to do the same.

Responsibilities

1. Overall development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.
2. Identifying new business opportunities and generating leads.
3. Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.
4. Identify organic growth, cross/up-selling drivers to maximize growth for the agency.
5. Bring in cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.
6. Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.
7. Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.
8. Offer mentorship and guidance to the overall team members.
9. Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.
10. Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.
11. Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.
12. Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.
13. Act as a client lead responsible for nurturing and building a strong rapport that fosters strong partnerships through effective communication and relevant advice.
14. Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.
15. Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
3. Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
4. Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
5. Experience in business development and industry representation.
6. Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in-depth understanding of industry developments & initiatives (e.g., commerce, Metaverse, NFTs).
7. Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
8. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
9. Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
10. Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
11. Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
12. Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans, and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
13. Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
14. Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
15. Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.

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Company Description

Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One

Company Description

Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One

Overview

We are looking for an Business Director to join our Spark Foundry team in Riyadh. This talent will be responsible for client delivery and implementation planning; representing the agencies briefs and values whilst inspiring others to do the same.

Responsibilities

• Overall development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.
• Identifying new business opportunities and generating leads.
• Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.
• Identify organic growth, cross /up-selling drivers to maximize growth for the agency.
• Bring in cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.
• Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.
• Offer mentorship and guidance to the overall team members.
• Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.
• Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.
• Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.
• Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.
• Act a client lead responsible in nurturing and building a strong rapport that fosters strong partnerships through effective communication and relevant advice.
• Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
• Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Experience in business development and industry representation.
• Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in depth understanding in industry developments & initiatives I.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc. . .
• Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong
• project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
• Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
• Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
• Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
• Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
• Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 14 hours ago

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Company Description

Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe's tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One

Company Description

Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe's tools and expertise around the world through the mantra The Power of One

Overview

We are looking for an Business Director to join our Spark Foundry team in Riyadh. This talent will be responsible for client delivery and implementation planning; representing the agencies briefs and values whilst inspiring others to do the same.

Responsibilities

• Overall development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.
• Identifying new business opportunities and generating leads.
• Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.
• Identify organic growth, cross /up-selling drivers to maximize growth for the agency.
• Bring in cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.
• Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.
• Offer mentorship and guidance to the overall team members.
• Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.
• Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.
• Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.
• Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.
• Act a client lead responsible in nurturing and building a strong rapport that fosters strong partnerships through effective communication and relevant advice.
• Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
• Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Experience in business development and industry representation.
• Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in depth understanding in industry developments & initiatives I.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc
• Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong
• project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
• Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
• Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
• Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
• Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
• Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 14 hours ago

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Company Description

Spark Foundry is a global media agency brand within Publicis Media, a key division of Publicis Groupe. Spark Foundry harnesses a startup spirit with a powerhouse soul by combining an entrepreneurial, innovative business approach with the resources, capabilities, and marketplace reach of Publicis Media, Ad Age’s 2023 “Agency Network of the Year.” The agency leverages best-in-class industry talent in over 50 countries across the world, including the USA, UK, MENA, Poland, Australia, and China. Spark Foundry has received numerous industry accolades, including Ad Age's 2022 "Media Agency of the Year,” Adweek's 2022 "U.S. Media Agency of the Year,” and a shortlist for Campaign US’s 2023 “Media Agency of the Year.”

Company Description

Spark Foundry is a global media agency brand within Publicis Media, a key division of Publicis Groupe. Spark Foundry harnesses a startup spirit with a powerhouse soul by combining an entrepreneurial, innovative business approach with the resources, capabilities, and marketplace reach of Publicis Media, Ad Age’s 2023 “Agency Network of the Year.” The agency leverages best-in-class industry talent in over 50 countries across the world, including the USA, UK, MENA, Poland, Australia, and China. Spark Foundry has received numerous industry accolades, including Ad Age's 2022 "Media Agency of the Year,” Adweek's 2022 "U.S. Media Agency of the Year,” and a shortlist for Campaign US’s 2023 “Media Agency of the Year.”

Overview

Overall development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.

Identifying new business opportunities and generating leads.

Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.

Identify organic growth, cross /up-selling drivers to maximize growth for the agency.

Bring in cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.

Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.

Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.

Offer mentorship and guidance to the overall team members.

Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.

Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.

Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.

Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.

Act a client lead responsible in nurturing and building a strong rapport that fosters strong partnerships through effective communication and relevant advice.

Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.

Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.

Responsibilities

Technical & Product

• Ability to comprehend clients' requirements, pose appropriate inquiries, manage their expectations and devise a plan for utilizing media outlets (including creating a media plan and offering suggestions) in accordance with the client's goals.
• Act as a consultant that understands client requirements able to devise an actionable plan built around an omnichannel approach and in accordance with the client's goals.
• Collaborates with various departments and teams to increase opportunities for cross-selling and discover ways to establish partnerships, such as through media, data, and content, within the organization and with clients.
• Has a thorough understanding of all Publicis Media products and services, and is able to clearly and confidently explain their features and benefits to clients in a proficient manner.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and market research.
• Expert in industry trends and best practices.
• Strong understanding of media laws and regulations.
• Proficient knowledge of digital media and emerging technologies.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office 365 software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
• Expert level knowledge of and experience with various media planning and buying tools and platforms, such as Z/X Plan, Statex, Global Web Index (GWI), Euromonitor, World Advertising Research Center (WARC), Similar Web, etc.
• Expert knowledge of various industry digital planning tools such as DV360, Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, Snap Chat Ads Manager, Twitter Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager.
• Expert commercial acumen, delivering and driving ROI force for both business partners and agency whilst being both efficient and effective and in line with set internal & external KPIs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong selling skills, strong numeracy, literacy and accuracy.
• Proficient project management and organizational skills.
• Ensure internal and external marketing of the agency's work in regional and international awards.
• Contribute valuable ideas, opinions and feedback and communicate in an open and candid manner.
• Monitor day-to-day aspects of junior employees' work to ensure high quality output.
• Lead by example and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.
• Carry out appraisals for the team and proactively manage team motivation and growth.
• Provide on-the-job training and learning opportunities for junior employees.
• Be a strong team player within Account/Planning teams, Buying and specialist teams.
• Undertake additional projects beyond client responsibilities as requested, such as help on new business or analysis for regional offices.
  
  

• Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
• Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
• Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
• Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
• Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
• Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.
• Assist & develop team members capabilities including crafting a career growth plan for them.
• Work closely with Buying and Finance team to provide investment briefs, oversee implementation plans, address any issues with ongoing plans and report on media investments.
• Responsible for overseeing and ensuring smooth functioning of relationships with clients, suppliers, and other departments.
• Quality control and adjustment to ensure seamless and compliant operation.
• Proactively involved in company wide initiatives as appropriate to the role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all specialist teams and ability to sell relevant services to clients.
• Sound understanding of trading issues and how they impact media strategy.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
• Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Experience in business development and industry representation.
• Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in depth understanding in industry developments & initiatives I.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc. . .
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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• Ability to comprehend clients' requirements, pose appropriate inquiries, manage their expectations and devise a plan for utilizing media outlets (including creating a media plan and offering suggestions) in accordance with the client's goals.
• Act as a consultant that understands client requirements able to devise an actionable plan built around an omnichannel approach and in accordance with the client's goals.
• Collaborates with various departments and teams to increase opportunities for cross-selling and discover ways to establish partnerships, such as through media, data, and content, within the organization and with clients.
• Has a thorough understanding of all Publicis Media products and services, and is able to clearly and confidently explain their features and benefits to clients in a proficient manner.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and market research.
• Expert in industry trends and best practices.
• Strong understanding of media laws and regulations.
• Proficient knowledge of digital media and emerging technologies.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office 365 software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
• Expert level knowledge of and experience with various media planning and buying tools and platforms, such as Z/X Plan, Statex, Global Web Index (GWI), Euromonitor, World Advertising Research Center (WARC), Similar Web, etc.
• Expert knowledge of various industry digital planning tools such as DV360, Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, Snap Chat Ads Manager, Twitter Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager.
• Expert commercial acumen, delivering and driving ROI force for both business partners and agency whilst being both efficient and effective and in line with set internal & external KPIs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong selling skills, strong numeracy, literacy and accuracy.
• Proficient project management and organizational skills.
• Ensure internal and external marketing of the agency's work in regional and international awards.
• Contribute valuable ideas, opinions and feedback and communicate in an open and candid manner.
• Monitor day-to-day aspects of junior employees' work to ensure high quality output.
• Lead by example and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.
• Carry out appraisals for the team and proactively manage team motivation and growth.
• Provide on-the-job training and learning opportunities for junior employees.
• Be a strong team player within Account/Planning teams, Buying and specialist teams.
• Undertake additional projects beyond client responsibilities as requested, such as help on new business or analysis for regional offices.

• Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within it.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
• Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
• Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
• Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
• Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
• Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.
• Assist & develop team members capabilities including crafting a career growth plan for them.
• Work closely with Buying and Finance team to provide investment briefs, oversee implementation plans, address any issues with ongoing plans and report on media investments.
• Responsible for overseeing and ensuring smooth functioning of relationships with clients, suppliers, and other departments.
• Quality control and adjustment to ensure seamless and compliant operation.
• Proactively involved in company wide initiatives as appropriate to the role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all specialist teams and ability to sell relevant services to clients.
• Sound understanding of trading issues and how they impact media strategy.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media planning or related role.
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of planning professionals.
• Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Experience in business development and industry representation.
• Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to in depth understanding in industry developments & initiatives I.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

Company Description

Spark Foundry is a global media agency brand within Publicis Media, a key division of Publicis Groupe. Spark Foundry harnesses a startup spirit with a powerhouse soul by combining an entrepreneurial, innovative business approach with the resources, capabilities, and marketplace reach of Publicis Media. Recognized as Ad Age’s 2023 “Agency Network of the Year,” the agency leverages top industry talent across over 50 countries, including the USA, UK, MENA, Poland, Australia, and China. Spark Foundry has received numerous accolades, including Ad Age's 2022

Starcom is a world-renowned media communications agency that architects connected human experiences to create value through precision marketing, content and technology solutions. With more than 5,000 employees worldwide, Starcom partners with the world's leading marketers and new establishment brands, including Airbnb, Bank of America, Kellogg Company, Kraft Heinz, Novartis, Samsung, Visa and more. Starcom is part of Publicis Media—the global media solutions group

• Lead the development and execution of media plans across multiple clients and industries, taking into account both the client's and the agency's key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute effective media strategies.
• Manage day-to-day client relationships and communications, including ongoing communication and relationship building to improve client satisfaction and grow their business.
• Mentor and guide junior planning team members.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate leads.
• Represent the company in client and industry meetings and presentations.
• Contribute to the overall business and strategic direction of the media planning team.
• Play a role in shaping the overall direction and success of the media planning team.
• Drive growth in various assigned areas of focus, utilizing cross-functional synergies to improve efficiency and support the client's broader goals.
• Oversee the development and implementation of media strategies, including day-to-day operations.
• Effectively manage resources and work to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members through mentoring and training.
• Foster a strong partnerships with clients through effective communication and relevant advice.
• Develop educational programs to expand clients' knowledge and understanding of media strategy.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of communications strategy and advertising principles.

Technical & Product

• Ability to comprehend client requirements, pose appropriate inquiries, and devise a plan for utilizing media outlets in accordance with the client's goals.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data and market research.
• Strong grasp of industry trends and best practices.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office 365 software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
• Expert level knowledge of and experience with various media planning and buying tools and platforms, such as Z/X Plan, Statex, Global Web Index (GWI), Euromonitor, World Advertising Research Center (WARC), Similar Web, etc.
• Expert knowledge of various industry digital planning tools such as DV360, Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, Snap Chat Ads Manager, Twitter Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager.
• Strong understanding of Publicis Media products and services and ability to effectively communicate their features and benefits to clients.
• Strong understanding of digital media and emerging technologies.
• Strong & In-depth commercial acumen, able to drive ROI for both business partners and agency while being efficient and effective.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, strong selling skills, strong numeracy, literacy and accuracy.
• Proficient project management and organizational skills.
• Proactively manage clients' expectations.
• Develop and sell communication plans as the lead planner or as part of a planning team, depending on the size and complexity of the business.
• Ensure internal and external marketing of the agency's work in regional and international awards.
• Contribute valuable ideas, opinions and feedback and communicate in an open and candid manner.
• Monitor day-to-day aspects of junior employees' work to ensure high quality output.
• Lead by example and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.
• Carry out appraisals for the team and proactively manage team motivation and growth.
• Provide on-the-job training and learning opportunities for junior employees.
• Be a strong team player within Account/Planning teams, Buying and specialist teams.
• Undertake additional projects beyond client responsibilities as requested, such as help on new business or analysis for regional offices.

Business Acumen & Operational Efficiency

• Proficient understanding of the advertising and media industry and the role of media planning within.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, clients, and stakeholders, with strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of how to measure ROI from media plans.
• Ability to manage internal teams and external vendors and agencies.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting and a strong understanding of business strategy.
• Strong grasp of & ability to develop channel-specific strategies, media plans and reports across both Offline & Online Channels.
• Strong media knowledge of the market, consumer, and media research available.
• Expert communication abilities and ability to interpret client objectives.
• Strong ability to train and develop analytical skills in staff.
• Assist & develop team members capabilitie including crafting a career growth plan for them.
• Collaboration with Buying and Finance team to provide investment briefs, oversee implementation plans, address any issues with ongoing plans and report on media investments.
• Responsible for overseeing and ensuring smooth functioning of relationships with clients, suppliers, and other departments.
• Quality control and adjustment to ensure seamless and comlpliat operation.
• Proactively involved in company wide initiatives as appropriate to the role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all specialist teams and ability to sell relevant services to clients.
• Sound understanding of trading issues and how they impact media strategy.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or a related field.
• 9 -12 years of experience in media planning or related role.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead teams of planning managers. Strong organizational skills, team player, ability to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Experience in business development, and industry representation.
• Digital Certifications across the major platforms, including Meta (FB & IG), Google, Snap Chat, Twitter & TikTok, in addition to an in-depth understanding of industry developments & initiatives I.e.: commerce, Metaverse, NFTs, etc.