OOH Account Manager

Spark Foundry
London
1 month ago
Applications closed

BRAND:Spark Foundry
Job Function:Media Trading
Location:London, United Kingdom
Experience Level:Intermediate
Workplace Type:Hybrid

Company description

Spark Foundry make up part of a thriving global media network and are part of the Publicis Groupe, one of the world's leading communications groups. We are globally connected with over 8,000 employees in 110 offices across 70 countries.

Who We Are in the UK?

Spark Foundry, the Acceleration Agency.

We help brands to identify, learn and respond to opportunities faster than the competition.

Every client has an area of their business they need to accelerate, from short-term goals to long-term transformation.

We've proven our approach during the most difficult year on record. Now we're using it to provide a launchpad for their future.

Come be an accelerator with us.

Overview

Are you an OOH Senior Executive or Manager looking for a role that nurtures your creativity and allows you to be innovative? Look no further! This is a rare opportunity to join the Spark PMX team as an OOH Manager working with loyal and knowledgeable industry experts who will support and develop your essential OOH and multimedia skills.

The OOH Account Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of the Spark OOH offer, across their assigned Client portfolio. Outputs contribute to a 'best in class' OOH product which is integrated, data-driven, technology-enabled and innovative.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute high-quality, integrated media plans that drive client success and business results.
  • Collaborate closely with clients and business directors to ensure media strategies are innovative, efficient, and commercially sound.
  • Provide exceptional client service and project management, adhering to best practices with the Central Trading team and PMX.
  • Lead and mentor junior team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality output.
  • Contribute to the evolution of the Publicis Media OOH team by introducing new ideas, media planning techniques, and processes.
  • Achieve billing targets and strategic KPIs for allocated clients, ensuring that media plans align with client objectives.
  • Support new business initiatives, including crafting pricing strategies, developing innovative media ideas, and managing account transitions.
  • Collaborate with business and client directors to develop comprehensive media plans, taking ownership of tasks and providing regular updates.

Qualifications

Essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in this role;

  • Strong OOH knowledge and broad experience in planning and buying.
  • Experienced in using industry and internal planning and administration tools e.g. Route, OCS, Purl, and Touchpoints.
  • Proficient in trading and negotiation, ensuring briefs are successfully converted to bookings that meet client objectives and commercial requirements.
  • Skilled relationship builder, actively fostering connections with agencies and clients to become a trusted advisor. Excellent communication and presentation skills, adept at influencing both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Effective leadership abilities to inspire, manage, and mentor junior team members.

If you're a confident self-starter who thrives on taking initiative, yet knows when to seek support, then Join us atSparkwhere your ideas aren't just heard-they're celebrated. Apply Now!

Additional information

Sparkhas 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 WORLDopportunity 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 BENEFITS24/7 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 POLICIESWe provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
  • FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP&BIRTHDAY DAY OFFYou are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
  • GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTSThis includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

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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