Group Planning Director

About the Company

EssenceMediacom, part of WPP, is a new breed of media agency grounded in analytics and insights. Powered by data and technology, we help the world's best brands navigate the modern communications economy through evidence-based planning and creative breakthroughs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of direct reports including workload management and career growth
• Elevate planning output using approaches like Video Neutral and Attention Planning
• Manage direct planning relationships with senior client marketing teams on key accounts
• Deliver leadership seminars and presentations to senior client stakeholders
• Collaborate with Client Partners to track and deliver financial targets
• Support the National Head of Planning on new business pitches

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in media planning, strategy, or client leadership
• Deep knowledge of data-driven planning (sufficiency, portfolio allocation, ROI, response curves)
• Ability to develop insights and recommendations from complex data
• Exceptional communication skills for presenting to senior stakeholders
• Strong collaborative leadership and people management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with digital technology and marketing business strategy
• Proven track record in agency growth and commercial acumen