Responsibilities

• Set the strategic vision for media planning, aligning agency goals with client and market opportunities
• Lead the development of integrated media strategies across traditional, digital and emerging channels
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, building strong long-term partnerships
• Drive new business growth through pitches, partnerships and market opportunity identification
• Oversee media planning operations, including budgets, profitability and resource allocation
• Define and track campaign KPIs, using data and analytics to optimise performance and demonstrate ROI
• Champion innovation, including the use of emerging technologies such as AI to enhance performance and creativity
• Build, lead and develop a diverse, high-performing team in a collaborative and supportive environment

Requirements

• Senior leadership experience within a media agency environment
• Strong track record managing complex campaigns and high-profile client relationships
• Confidence presenting to and partnering with C-suite stakeholders
• Deep knowledge of the UK media landscape and emerging industry trends
• Strategic, analytical mindset with a passion for measurable impact
• Leadership skills that empower teams and support professional growth

Benefits

• Hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely)
• Standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, with the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30
• Flexibility on how to manage the working day (e.g., 8:30–16:30 or 10:30–18:30)
• Encouragement of open conversations between people and managers to navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances
• Be Your Best program and adjustments in the recruitment process; discuss requirements with dedicated Talent Team or email beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com for support
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG and commitment to an inclusive environment