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 in the UK: Samsung, Visa, Lidl, Fiat Chrysler, Duracell, Asics and more. Starcom is part of Publicis Media—the global media solutions group which also encompasses Zenith, Spark Foundry and Blue 449—a key division of Publicis Groupe, one of the world’s leading communications groups.

Starcom is a thriving international media network who is part of the Publicis Media group of companies. We are globally connected with 110 offices in 67 countries.

We are a Human Experience Company and our dream is to grow our clients’ business by transforming behaviour through uplifting, meaningful Human Experiences. We believe experiences matter; they enhance lives and build brands.

We look for people who are fearless, dynamic, streetwise, human, relentless, transformational, tribal and switched on as it helps us deliver our unique approach –moving beyond planning and buying static media to designing dynamic interactions

Join us to learn how our people and approach are a winning combination.

As Senior Account Executive on retail giant Lidl UK, you will be in a client-facing role and are expected to support with the day to day implementation of all Local Store Marketing (LSM) campaigns, as well as being given the opportunity to support on broader Lidl Brand campaigns where possible.

This is an exciting time for Lidl LSM as the briefing process is being handed over to the thirteen operational regions to order media packages for stores directly from Starcom, as opposed to centrally through their Head Office. This empowerment to the local level is a very new concept for Lidl and requires clear communication, excellent expectation management and a strong drive to build meaningful relationships with each regional manager.

Additionally, the successful candidate must display:

• A clear understanding of Lidl’s business and their objectives
• A clear understanding of the UK media landscape
• Assertiveness in high level meetings with exposure to senior clients and partner agencies
• The ability to deliver cross channel media plans
• The ability to use and interpret planning tools effectively (e.g. Nielsen,TGI.net)
• The ability to interpret, revise and reconcile plans
• The ability to collaborate with investment teams and media owners to build outstanding campaigns

Publicis Media is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups.  We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background.

If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you.