Comms Director

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mediabrands Full time

About Mediabrands

Mediabrands is a global media agency that leverages the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximise growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. We believe in purposeful growth, and our Better World Media philosophy puts diversity, equity, and sustainability at the heart of our business operations.

As the leading global media network in Mediabrands, we operate in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of global clients. Our UK office is proud to work with some of the world's most exciting brands, including Accenture, American Express, Just Eat Takeaway, Johnson & Johnson, Mattel, MoneySuperMarket, and Spotify.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Comms Director to join our vibrant UK planning team. As a key member of the team, you will play a leading role across two of our core clients, American Express and Fidelity. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the UK media landscape and embody our Better philosophy to deliver ground-breaking, commercially successful work that delights and inspires clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify opportunities and build strategic end-to-end recommendations alongside specialist business units to ensure brilliant thinking is turned into brilliant implementation.
  • Build strong, meaningful relationships with client peers and colleagues.
  • Support the Client Partner in building the right process and procedures for effective day-to-day management.
  • Input in the development of, and significantly contribute, in the delivery of annual and ongoing client action plans.
  • Accountable for the accurate upkeep and delivery of financial processes.
  • Collaborate and build close working relationships with third parties and Media Owners to bring innovation and new solutions into the agency to deliver a better UM product.
  • Inspire, coach, and guide teams in the delivery of fantastic work and the transformation of the business.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • You have experience in managing a team and enabling the development of those around you.
  • You are experienced and well-versed in ATL and digital media and able to clearly articulate how communications are able to deliver a positive impact on our client's business.
  • You are comfortable leading meetings and presenting to clients.
  • You have good communication skills, familiar with developing strong client and industry connections.
  • You are ambitious, with a thirst for continually learning and delivering an improved UM product.

Employee Transparency

At Mediabrands, we celebrate difference and believe this makes us stronger. We are equal opportunity employers and committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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