Senior Associate Director - Planning (Marketing)

TL;DR

Senior Associate Planning Director (Marketing): Delivering high-impact media strategies and creative implementation for a major digital-first account with an accent on cross-channel planning and stakeholder management. Focus on driving transformational growth through data-backed insights, managing senior client relationships, and leading account teams to execute complex media campaigns.

Location: Must be based in London or able to work from the office four days a week

Company

A global media collective focused on AI-driven media operations, data-led insights, and transformational creative marketing.

What you will do

• Manage senior client relationships and ensure high-quality communication planning and servicing.
• Lead annual media planning cycles and oversee cross-channel digital and offline projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external agency partners to drive collaboration and efficiency.
• Turn data into actionable strategic insights to shape effective marketing opportunities.
• Mentor and develop the account team, monitoring performance KPIs and deliverables.
• Support the Business Director in the daily operation and strategic direction of the account.

Requirements

• Solid multimedia planning experience in an agency environment.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and complex client relationships.
• Strong data-literacy and ability to translate complex briefs into clear strategic ideas.
• Effective team management skills and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Clear storytelling and communication skills to influence stakeholders.
• Must be able to work from the office in London approximately four days per week.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to global WPP and hirify.global networks for professional growth and networking.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Comprehensive group retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and employee mental health awareness days.
• Frequent in-office events focused on knowledge sharing and celebration of team successes.