BRAND: Starcom
Job Function: Content
Location: London, United Kingdom
Experience Level: Intermediate
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Company description
About Publicis Media Content (PMC) and the Partnerships team
PMC is the content service for Publicis Media which works across Publicis agencies, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith providing clients with content strategy & planning, creative, production, social, influencers and partnerships. As part of PMC, the Partnerships team consists of around 32 individuals who produce media partnerships and sponsorship deals between clients and media partners across a large range of sectors and media channels
Overview
Are you passionate about creating standout branded content and forging impactful media partnerships? We're looking for a dynamic Partnerships Manager to join our growing team and lead the development and delivery of innovative content collaborations across top-tier clients, media channels, and platforms.
In this role, you'll take ownership of high-profile campaigns-from concept to execution-across sponsorships, product placement, and advertiser-funded programmes (AFPs).
You'll thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, partnering closely with internal teams, media owners, and clients to shape compelling partnership strategies that meet brand goals and drive measurable results.
You'll blend creativity with process, negotiation with strategic thinking. Your experience in cross-channel media partnerships, budget and stakeholder management, and campaign reporting will be vital as you oversee delivery to a high standard. You may also mentor a Partnerships Executive, helping them grow through clear leadership and support.
Responsibilities
* Develop strategic content partnerships aligned to client objectives.
* Manage end-to-end delivery of campaigns across sponsorships, product placement, and AFPs.
* Negotiate media value and ensure alignment with trading agreements.
* Collaborate with media partners to deliver innovative, insight-driven responses to briefs.
* Produce post-campaign analysis and reporting with actionable insights.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and within scope.
* Support financial processes including cost planning, billing, and vendor payments.
* Build strong, trusted relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
* Mentor and manage a Partnerships Executive to support their development.
* Maintain campaign accuracy through understanding of digital trafficking and campaign processes.
Qualifications
* Experience in branded content and media partnerships.
* Strong project management, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Creative mindset with structured execution.
* Experience across multiple media channels.
* Budget management skills and experience leading or mentoring team members.
Join a forward-thinking team where your ideas matter, your leadership is valued, and your campaigns make headlines. If you're ready to shape the future of brand storytelling, we want to hear from you.
Additional information
PMC has 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 WORLD opportunity 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 BENEFITS 24/7 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 POLICIES We 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 OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
* GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This 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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