Starcom is the Human Experience Company; we believe that our clients’ competitive advantage lies in understanding people better, and acting on that understanding faster than the competition.

The future lies in bringing together media, creativity and data to create powerful experiences that will drive faster growth. We are the flagship Publicis Media agency to do this through our Power of One client teams that span clients such as Stellantis, P&G, Samsung, P&O and Visa.

We work differently to most agencies and base many of our models on consultancy ways of working to build a more agile workforce in this hybrid world. We complement our account teams with Squads – small teams that work for a short period to solve a specific brief. We hold cross discipline Sprints to crack client briefs at speed. These processes are designed to fuel high performance and fast results through collaboration.

Even in this most challenging period, Starcom has had an exceptional 12 months. We have welcomed brilliant clients such as Stellantis, Ferrero, Axa, KP Snacks and E.ON into the fold. Our client satisfaction scores are among the highest in the market, significantly above agency norms. We place a huge focus on our team and have driven flagship DEI and L&D programmes within Publicis Media; our goal is to help every individual reach their fullest potential and we encourage everyone to make “Brave Plays” in how they approach their work and their own career development. As a result, we have an exceptionally energised and committed talent base, all of us proud of our welcoming and supportive culture, as evidenced by our recognition as one of Campaign’s Best Places to Work in 2021.

Starcom operates in over 100 markets across the world. We have very close ties to our global HQ in Chicago who encourage learning and sharing best practice with our colleagues around the world. We are part of Publicis Groupe.

This role calls for a dynamic, brave & passionate planning mind to support our crucial Global new business win, AB InBev, across iconic brands such as Corona and Budweiser within the UK. This market-leading client is on a transformation journey to maximize competitive advantage through intelligent data led media solutions. Ultimately driving more impactful and meaningful connections to their beloved brands, we believe this account will redefine how FMCG marketing is done.

In addition to this, the lucky chosen candidate will drive excellence on one of our core Power of One clients within the sustainable solutions category. This is a truly unique opportunity to be at the forefront of the green transition within the UK, potentially shaping the role of media in building a more conscious future for all. Working closely with a combination of global planning, creative, data & digital brilliant brains across the business. It will be your responsibility to drive the smartest & bravest ideas as well as take our client’s growth vision to the next level.

• #1 High-energy approach to planning, the right person would need to demonstrate a positive can-do approach to match the demands of an ambitious client.
• #2 Drive for innovation, able to spot opportunities to keep our client at the cutting edge of the industry.
• #3 Strong grounding in the craft of media planning, demonstrating cross channel understanding.
• #4 Has a strong level of digital knowledge covering brand, performance and innovation.
• #5 Natural team player - able to build strong relationships both at a Junior and Senior level.
• #6 Confident working with data to drive comms insights & media solutions to deliver vs  client’s business objectives.
• #7 Confident communicator –this is a high-octane client that will require the candidate to deliver clear and concise information.
• #8 Willing to go the extra mile and recognises the importance to service, profitability and growth.
• #9 A natural organiser, this is a flagship account with high profile briefs, so the successful applicant should have attention to detail and strong organisational skills. 

In return, you will have the opportunity to learn

• #1 Work across one of the highest performing teams to set the bar for brilliant craft planning
• #2 Be at the forefront of redefining how FMCG marketing is done
• #3 Elevate your personal brand within the agency, holding group and industry
• #4 Fine tune 360 channel planning on range of exciting briefs
• #5 Work alongside and develop some of the agency’s best talent

A final word from the team: “Starcom is an agency that celebrates & empowers bravery whether that is the intelligently driven ideas we bring to our clients every day or through brave cultural initiatives. Nothing works if our teams do not feel motivated and supported to become the best version of themselves and push outside of their comfort zones. I have never felt so inspired by the collective intelligence, care & passion of my fellow colleagues and friends. Starcom’s star is on the rise, you can feel it in the air, and I am so proud to be a part of the dream team paving the way.”

Claire Kula, Managing Partner

Starcom is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities and for candidates in our application process.  If you need assistance or adjustment due to a disability, please contact us.