Job Description:
Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society.
dentsuB2B is an important part of our world-class offering - one of the biggest and most successful B2B agencies in the world. Since our establishment as a global end-to end, best-in-class B2B agency, we are growing at a rapid and exciting pace. You will be joining a team of over 1,000 B2B specialists globally, acting as agency of record for some of the biggest and most exciting B2B brands in the world where we provide service across our many practice areas, including Media, Creative, Insights and more. But don’t just take our word for it – we’ve recently won The Drum’s Best Large B2B agency award.
We’re hiring for Planning Manager to join the team in London working with our client who run a cloud based ERP software platform.
Purpose of the Role
As Planning Manager you’ll be responsible for leading planning across client accounts within your portfolio. You’ll play a key role in successful delivery of campaigns, demonstrating best-in-class media planning across multiple media channels, and great client management. You’ll also manage an Account Executive whom you will help develop and grow the skillset of, whilst also ensuring your own development.

Key Responsibilities

• Own campaign delivery, from RTB, planning, activation, reporting and optimisation of campaigns for clients.
• Build strong relationships with campaign leads on the client side, and become a trusted source of quality RTBs and plan delivery.
• Build a strong network of media partner relationships – both with key, established media partners and new and upcoming partners to test.
• Manage the stakeholders (internal and external) required for successful delivery of campaigns – from other channel teams to analytics teams, to creative agencies, PR agencies etc.
• Build an exciting and dynamic presentation style to help sell in plans and proposals to clients.
• Supporting, training and mentoring of the Account Executives in delivering all campaign planning and implementation.

Qualifications + Skills

• Experience owning campaign delivery from start to end with hands on experience of media planning across a range of channels including above the line.
• Experience on a brand based B2B account is preferable.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders; from internal teams, to external agencies and of course clients.
• Extremely well organised, ensures that deadlines are met, calls and meetings are on time, meeting notes are captured and circulated.
• Keen to create development opportunities for direct reports as well as yourself.
• Ability to take on challenging projects/problems and create plans that get things moving.

What we offer

• This is a permanent role.
• The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements. The team are currently in the office every Wednesday and Thursday.
• As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity
At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at
accommodations@dentsu.com
, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

LI-Hybrid

Location:
London
Brand:
Dentsu Media
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanen

• Own campaign delivery, from RTB, planning, activation, reporting and optimisation of campaigns for clients.
• Build strong relationships with campaign leads on the client side, and become a trusted source of quality RTBs and plan delivery.
• Build a strong network of media partner relationships – both with key, established media partners and new and upcoming partners to test.
• Manage the stakeholders (internal and external) required for successful delivery of campaigns – from other channel teams to analytics teams, to creative agencies, PR agencies etc.
• Build an exciting and dynamic presentation style to help sell in plans and proposals to clients.
• Supporting, training and mentoring of the Account Executives in delivering all campaign planning and implementation