Publicis Media is one of the four solutions hubs of Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40], alongside Publicis Communications, Publicis.Sapient and Publicis Healthcare. Led by Steve King, CEO, Publicis Media is comprised of five global brands, Starcom, Zenith, Spark Foundry, Blue 449 and Performics, powered by digital first, data driven global practices that together deliver client value and business transformation. Publicis Media is committed to helping its clients navigate the modern media landscape and is present in more than 100 countries with over 17,500 employees worldwide.

We are built on the foundation of Trust, Talent, Transformation:

TRUST
Trust is the cornerstone upon which we build our relationships. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of how a partner should behave.
We treat our people and our clients with respect, transparency and honesty.

TALENT
This is first and foremost a people business. We are committed to ensuring Publicis Media a destination for the best talent in our industry. We value people as individuals, growing ourselves as we grow our client’s business.

TRANSFORMATION
True transformation comes when we stop managing change, and instead initiate change. We believe in our purpose to be the admired force for business transformation. We believe that focusing on performance and results has the power to transform client business.

Join Our Dynamic Team at Publicis Media's APEX Division!

Are you ready to kickstart your career in the exciting world of media and advertising? Publicis Media is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our APEX division as Programmatic Executives, Digital Strategy Executives, and Trading Executives. As a leading media agency, we're committed to fostering innovation, creativity, and excellence in everything we do.

About Us: Publicis Media is a global leader in media strategy, planning, and buying. Our APEX division is a distinct next-generation trading entity within Publicis Media that identifies and invests in emerging market trends to benefit Publicis clients. APEX develops innovative offerings through direct partnerships and principal investments that allow clients of all sizes to benefit from custom solutions that best fit their business challenges in an increasingly complex media environment.

Clients opt into solutions outside the agency’s core services that offer tangible benefits including guaranteed outcomes, increased flexibility, and advantageous pricing.

Roles Available:

1. Programmatic Executive: As a Programmatic Executive at APEX you are responsible for helping support Programmatic Account Managers in the activation, performance and management of APEX Guaranteed Value Based Solutions – including Guaranteed Outcomes.  Execs act as the conduit between agencies and the internal programmatic trading team, are responsible for delivering best in class service to achieve and surpass client business objectives. 

2. Digital Strategy Executive: As a Digital Strategy Executive, you will be responsible for supporting the continued evolution of APEX Digital and increased Publicis Media client adoption of its product and services offering. Three key pillars to the role are Operations, Media Planning and Account Management.  The role is perfect for someone looking to start their career in digital marketing who is particularly interested in learning about account management, media planning and the agency commercial ecosystem.

3. Trading Executive: As a Trading Executive, you will be involved in negotiating and buying media inventory across various channels to ensure optimal placement and performance. You will monitor market trends, negotiate pricing, and execute media buys to maximize ROI for our clients.

This role is for an immediate start, and the deadline to apply for this role is Friday 12th April.

What are we looking for?

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with team members and clients.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Passion for the digital marketing industry and a desire to stay updated on industry trends and technologies.

Trading Executive: In addition to the above qualities, the ideal Trading Executive candidate should also possess:

• Numerate with a strong ability to work with numbers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of Salesforce would be beneficial.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint will be advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and persuasive skills.
• Inquisitive mindset, keen to learn, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude.

If you're enthusiastic, driven, and ready to make an impact in the world of digital marketing, we want to hear from you! Join us at Publicis Media's APEX division and be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of media and advertising.