Overview
We’re looking for a Planning Director to lead media planning for one of Zenith’s longest standing clients, a leading UK financial services brand. This role offers a breadth of category variety, from insurance to savings and investments, with audiences ranging from first-time homebuyers to high-net-worth investors. You’ll shape the strategic direction of campaigns that drive tangible business results, build brand salience in a competitive market, and lead a talented planning team working with senior client stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading planning across multiple categories, from insurance to savings and investments
* Working closely with the client to develop innovative, insight-led strategies
* Managing a team of planners, ensuring high-quality delivery and fostering growth
* Partnering with activation teams to ensure strategies are brought to life in-market
* Driving forward new opportunities, innovations, and best practices in media planning
What We’re Looking For
* Significant experience in media planning, ideally with large, complex clients
* Strong leadership and client management skills
* The ability to translate business objectives into clear, actionable media strategies
* Experience across AV, digital, and OOH channels
* A proactive, collaborative approach with a passion for delivering great work
Why This Role
This is a senior leadership role on a flagship client with the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of some of the client’s biggest campaigns. You’ll work in a collaborative environment, with the backing of Zenith’s full capabilities and a client relationship built on trust and ambition.
Additional Information
Zenith UK has fantastic benefits on offer to all employees, including Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans, plus:
* 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 paid days off for well-being and self-care
* HELP@HAND: 24/7 helpline with remote GPs, mental health support, CBT, and wellbeing resources
* FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES: 26 weeks of full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy and shared parental leave
* FLEXIBLE WORKING, bank holiday swap & birthday day off
* GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS: membership discounts with local partners
Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us. Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with three days in the office during the working week. We are committed to a fair assessment process and can discuss adjustments if needed to ensure fair treatment. Check out the Publicis Career Page for Inclusive Benefits and Employee Action Groups (EAGs).
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Business Development and Sales
Industries
* Advertising Services
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