Trading Specialist at The Trade Desk

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Platform Expertise, Campaign Performance, Client Relationship Management, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting, Stakeholder Presentation, Strategic Recommendations, Kokai Platform, Digital Advertising, Cross-functional Collaboration, Time Management, Attention To Detail, Results-Driven Approach, AI Utilization

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Who We Are At The Trade Desk, we help the world’s most sophisticated marketers to connect with their audiences across every channel and device. Our platform combines data, transparency, and precision to help brands make smarter advertising decisions. We’re on a mission to create a better, more open internet that creates value for consumers, brands, and publishers alike. We’re proud of the culture that fuels this mission. Diverse experiences and perspectives make us stronger, and we work intentionally to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to show up as their authentic selves. Each person at The Trade Desk contributes to the community we’re building, and we’re committed to making it a place where people can do their best work and grow their careers with purpose. The Opportunity The Melbourne Independent Agency team—one of the fastest‑growing parts of our business—is looking for a Trading Specialist to strengthen and grow key client relationships. Working closely with Account Management and Business Development, the Trading teams plays a critical role in shaping strategic recommendations that drive client retention and business growth. You’ll be the platform expert clients rely on for campaign performance and pacing recommendations. You’ll get to know the Trade Desk’s platform inside and out and become a trusted consultant to your clients to drive the best performance. What You'll Do Collaborate with both Account Management and Business Development teams to help drive performance and growth across your client portfolio Become an expert on our revolutionary new platform: Kokai Troubleshoot campaign setup and performance issues to ensure smooth delivery and optimal performance Provide thoughtful, actionable feedback to Product Managers to help shape and improve Kokai Ability to transform large data sets into clear insights and recommendations Present data, insights, and recommendations confidently to client stakeholders Build strong, trusted relationships with clients to understand their needs and drive business outcomes Support agency traders and planners to set up campaigns, optimise delivery, and ensure budgets are delivered while exceeding performance goals Serve as a platform expert who can consult and educate clients on new product updates, platform best practices, and broader industry developments What You Bring to the Table 3+ experience in digital advertising & client facing roles Technical background, ideally gained within a DSP, SSP, online publisher, agency, MarTech provider or other online advertising role Confidence managing client relationships and guiding stakeholders through performance conversations Strong ability to translate complex topics into clear explanations for agency and internal stakeholders Ability to transform large data sets into clear insights and recommendations Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with an ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise client asks as well as long term projects High attention to detail & process-driven approach to delivering quality work A results‑driven approach, consistently looking for ways to improve performance and efficiency—including through the use of AI and emerging tools The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Trade Desk is committed to creating an inclusive hiring experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Please reach out to us at accommodations@thetradedesk.com to request an accommodation or discuss any accessibility needs you may require to access our Company Website or navigate any part of the hiring process. When you contact us, please include your preferred contact details and specify the nature of your accommodation request or questions. Any information you share will be handled confidentially and will not impact our hiring decisions.

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Responsibilities

The Trading Specialist will collaborate with Account Management and Business Development to drive performance and growth across client portfolios, acting as the platform expert for campaign performance and pacing recommendations. Key duties include troubleshooting platform issues, providing feedback to Product Managers, and building trusted client relationships to understand needs and drive business outcomes.