Job Description

This is an exciting time to join dentsu. In good times and bad we partner brands to achieve meaningful progress as a force for growth and good. Our teams of optimists, entrepreneurs and first-movers c This is an exciting time to join dentsu. In good times and bad we partner brands to achieve meaningful progress as a force for growth and good. Our teams of optimists, entrepreneurs and first-movers coalesce around the needs of our clients, unlocking unique possibilities for sustainable value and lasting change. Inclusion and Diversity We're proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won't define people by their race, gender, sexual-orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That's what we care about. So, whether you're joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone. Role Purpose This role manages the integrated media strategy and planning process for assigned clients. The Director is a leader who contributes to brand strategy, builds solid relationships with clients across all levels and functions, and is able to play an active 'hands-on' role in the deployment of strategic plans. They should also be fiscally accountable ensuring proper budget management and identifying upside revenue potential for the agency. Key Accountabilities Lead thinking to inspire innovative solutions, creativity and a proactive approach across brands and categories Develop digital paid media audience strategy, touch points, content consumption behavior to inform media and creative teams on overall media approach for markets across APAC/Global Ensure delivery of sound strategic plan recommendations based on clear data driven insights Exemplify collaboration by building and maintaining productive relationships across all communications areas (internal teams and agency partners) Contribute and drive development of product working with operations, planning, analytics and other teams Leverage data and research to identify marketing opportunities and paid media budget prioritization across markets and platforms for B2B and B2C segments Establish measurement framework that better reflects business results and boost media planning and creative accordingly. Leverage client end to end first party data to build and inform media strategies. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of client businesses with a focus on upstream initiatives Person Specification Bachelor's Degree, concentration in Advertising, Marketing, Business Administration, or Communications preferred MBA is an added bonus 5+ years of Traditional and Digital Media Planning, Buying, and Management experience in progressive levels of responsibility Expert command of Media Research resources, capabilities, and limitations Ability to think beyond 'media' as an active collaborator in the Integrated Marketing Communications process Digital mindset/fluency and an insatiable curiosity with flexibility and agility to manage complex processes Demonstrated business acumen and a track record of success in the media services profession Strategic thinker, seeing the bigger picture, with ability to analyze everything and think critically when solving problems to come up with unconventional solutions Excellent written and verbal communication skills solid presentation skills Authoritative, leadership presence Previous leadership and team management experience Ability to prioritize and organize issues/projects for self and team Ability to build great relationships with clients, vendors, and reps History of negotiating to get the job done right and track record of success in Media Working with us Joining dentsu international, you'll join a team of 48,000 people. It's an opportunity to produce career-defining work. Along the way, you'll team up with inspiring colleagues and encounter a richness of clients, cultures and experiences. We offer exciting challenges, memorable experiences and opportunities to shape your future. Keeping connected Please visit our website to find out more and connect with us on social. www.dentsu.com Part of dentsu, dentsu international headquartered in London operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 48,000 dedicated specialists. We help clients to win, keep and grow their best customers and achieve meaningful progress for their businesses. With best-in-class services and solutions in media, CXM, and creative. .Please provide your CV for our review. ..We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.