Programmatic Director, London

5 days ago


Mendip, United Kingdom Digitas UK Full time
Programmatic DirectorChancery Lane, London, Company Description

At Digitas, we harness the power of connection to make positive impact everyday. We have a relentless focus on creating connections to help our clients’ businesses grow, connecting diverse people, ideas and expertise in innovative and exciting ways.

We are making positive impact with our amazing clients, through our capabilities in Consulting, Products & Platforms, Customer Engagement and Digital Media. 

Part of Publicis Groupe, and a Leader in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Global Marketing Agencies, we’re proud to work with some of the world’s leading brands.

Digitas. Experience the power of connection.

Our Commitment
Digitas 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.

Job Description

We're looking for an established Programmatic Director to join a super collaborative multi-disciplinary team, working on a large Travel client in the EMEA regions

As the Programmatic Director, you will be responsible for leading and executing programmatic strategies. Your expertise will contribute to delivering exceptional client performance and driving innovation for the client.

You'll be responsible for: 

  • Overseeing and owning programmatic campaigns for across EMEA regions, working alongside another Programmatic Director 
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients and internal teams, leading senior-level meetings to discuss programmatic strategy and campaign activity.
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of programmatic capabilities, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and presenting them to clients and your team.
  • Develop programmatic strategies to achieve core business goals.
  • Lead strategic test and learn initiatives and conduct quarterly business reviews in collaboration with the broader team.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with key programmatic partners, including tech, media, data, and other stakeholders.
  • Promote programmatic products and solutions that align with clients' objectives and drive programmatic excellence.
  • Build trusted relationships with both day-to-day and senior clients, providing exemplary client service.
  • Proactively manage client accounts and identify opportunities to enhance their business outcomes.
Qualifications

What will make you successful in this role: 

  • Experience as a Senior Manager or Programmatic Director, within a digital / media agency setting
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage with global and regional clients effectively.
  • Deep hands-on experience with major demand-side platforms. Experience with Xander DSP activation is a plus.
  • Proficient in commercial management of accounts, including booking, invoicing, and reconciliation.
  • Proven track record of optimizing account performance and achieving results.
  • Experience integrating offline media into programmatic strategies.
  • Experience managing international accounts.

If you're looking to join a large, collaborative team working on a global client - apply now 

Additional Information

Digitas UK has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer;

  • WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
  • REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
  • HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
  • HYBRID WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday.
  • AGENCY DISCOUNTS, onsite gym, and discount in our Publicis-Owned Pub – “The Pregnant Man”

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week. 

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).

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