We are Zenith. We invented the media agency in 1988, and 12 years later we were the first to put effectiveness at the heart of our work, when we became the ROI Agency. For us, ROI is about improving the fortunes of brands. All 450 of us come to work every day with the aim of pioneering media strategy and activation to drive our clients more profitable paths.

You will be working on 2 of our main food and beverage brands and the team  that works on these clients are close-knit, dynamic teams and focus on best in class output.

It would be an exciting time to join the team as we also step change into a renewed focus championing category leadership amongst both client sets; putting forward media led thinking and pushing the agenda with more progressive Digital focused ambitions.

Role:

This role will be a Planning Manager reporting to a Planning Director.

Responsibilities:    

The Work

·       Support Planning Director to deliver outstanding work every time

·       Be go-to person for day-to-day running of the team and campaign delivery

·       Ensure you and Exec(s) on the team deliver operational excellence

·       Be the lead for smaller responses to client briefs

·       Look for proactive media opportunities to share with your client

The Clients

·       Build strong, trusted relationships with key, day-to-day clients

·       Deliver and set example to Execs of immaculate client service (ICS)

·       Ensure ICS is delivered by your direct reports

·       Be proactive in day-to-day client management

·       Understand client’s business and identify and share category news

The Commercial

·       Understand how we make money, be aware of growth opportunities

·       Support Planning Director to deliver win:win opportunities for the agency and client

·       Ensure absolute financial accuracy and PO management

The Team

·       Manage 1 Exec

·       Lead by example, to help direct reports to be their best

·       Set clear progression plans for your direct report(s)

·       Embrace and drive positive culture within your team

·       Build positive relationships with partner agencies and suppliers

The Agency

·       Volunteer for extra-curricular agency initiatives

·       Share and showcase teams best work across department

·       Build strong and effective relationships with all Publicis Media practices

·       Build strong relationships with your peers, sharing knowledge and experience

·       Be an agency advocate – get involved in industry events and training

·       Build positive relationships with Media Owners

Key requirements:

We are looking for an ambitious, self-starting planner who can work autonomously on projects if needed, but also enjoys working within a team with a strong, collaborative working ethos. The client’s business will require us to work at a fast pace and alongside multiple stakeholders, so we’re looking for a positive, can-do attitude from someone joining the team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to really own client meetings and work independently with creative agencies too. FMCG experience would be ideal but is not compulsory – just a passion for our brands.

At Zenith, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger. It enables a greater idea exchange, which fosters innovation and creativity, and enriches our perspective.

We are committed to Publicis Groupe’s wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, and encourage our people to take an active role in continuing to drive positive change within our agency.