Senior AV Account Manager
Piqniq.
Refreshingly intelligent media.
Want to join the most exciting, new media agency in London?
We’re a media partner rewriting the rules and unlocking the power of intelligence. We work with evolving brands and like-minded agencies ready to transform the way they connect with audiences. Independent, inclusive, and founder-led, we combine expertise with a refreshingly human approach to help brands thrive.
We’re data-driven and packed with personality, blending IQ and innovation. We understand audiences, uncover insights, and plan campaigns that break through the noise—using Fresh LogIQ to maximise return on intelligence.
Born from a desire to be the change we wanted to see, we’re a new kind of agency: refreshingly progressive, positively intelligent, and authentically human. We’re on our way to becoming a certified B Corp, remain majority female owned and take pride in our nurturing culture, where diverse perspectives and brave thinking power measurable impact—driving progress together.
Refreshingly intelligent. Refreshingly Piqniq.
Launched in early 2024, Piqniq is at the very start of our journey. As our team grows rapidly, we’re looking for bright, brave, and enthusiastic media professionals to help us challenge the status quo and lead the change we envision for the industry.
Want to know more about Piqniq, you can even check out our recent write up in Campaign Magazine here.
What do you think, fancy joining us at the Piqniq blanket?
About the role
As a Senior AV Account Manager, you’ll be the bridge between our clients and the agency, immersing yourself in their brands to deliver exceptional campaigns and projects. You’ll craft media plans, oversee campaign execution, and play a pivotal role in new business pitches. Reporting directly to one of the company directors, you’ll manage 3-4 brands AV planning and buying across diverse categories.
This role is ideal for someone proactive, ambitious and eager to build a career in marketing and advertising within a fast-paced, integrated environment. You’ll work closely with Board-level colleagues and senior clients, gaining exposure and insight into high-level decision-making.
Work Environment
We embrace a hybrid working model with flexible hours. Expect to spend about 10 days per month collaborating in our shared workspace in Soho. Any changes to this arrangement will be communicated well in advance.
Growth Opportunities
This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing agency in its infancy. We’re excited about our ambitious 2-5 year growth plan, including achieving BCORP status and a long term ambition to become a 4-day work place.
Transparency is key to our culture, when you join us you’ll have full visibility into the company’s performance and direction as we grow together.
You'll also have the rare opportunity to shape the future of the company, with the potential to build and lead your own team as the business grows.
What you’ll be doing:
Stay ahead of trends and the latest AV developments across TV, BVOD, SVOD, cinema and audio, translating insight into smart future-facing solutions that elevate client performance
Support in delivering market leading AV media planning and buying, balancing data precision with bold creative thinking to drive standout award winning work
Partner closely with clients to understand their world, ensuring plans connect to clear business objectives and KPIs while delivering measurable impact
Build and nurture relationships with media owners, uncovering fresh opportunities and hosting engaging weekly sessions to keep the team inspired and informed
Lead AV client status updates, reporting calls and performance reviews to ensure every campaign is not only well run but constantly optimised
Help in delivering best in class post campaign analysis, leveraging the latest AV measurement tools and methodologies to extract actionable insights
Champion responsible media ensuring client strategies consider impact and sustainability while advocating for ethical media choices and inclusive messaging.
Take a lead role in building and shaping the future AV team by helping define roles, mentoring junior talent and cultivating a culture of shared learning and growth
Contribute to the broader agency journey by bringing energy, ideas and ownership to a growing and ambitious business rewriting the rules of media
Requirements
A driven curious and collaborative AV specialist who thrives in fast moving environments and wants to be part of something different
At least 4 years of hands on experience in AV media planning and buying with strong client facing exposure and a track record of effective campaign delivery
Deep knowledge of the UK AV media landscape with a sharp understanding of how audiences engage across TV, BVOD, SVOD, cinema, radio and digital audio
Confident working with AV specific tools including TechEdge, K2, Adalyser or TV Squared and CARIA and comfortable using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace (particularly Excel or Sheets and PowerPoint or Slides)
A collaborative team player with leadership potential who is excited by the chance to help shape a new kind of media agency
Passionate about media, creativity and innovation with a desire to push boundaries, unlock insight and do work that makes a difference
What We Believe
At Piqniq, values aren’t just posters on a wall they’re how we work, lead and grow together:
Refreshingly Progressive – Shape what’s next with forward-thinking, diverse perspectives. We welcome bold ideas and ways of thinking that challenge the norm.
Positively Intelligent – We lead with optimism and curiosity, always looking for smarter, sharper ways to do brilliant work.
Authentically Human – Be you. Make thoughtful decisions that empower others and bring joy. We show up as ourselves, support each other and believe in building a business that prioritises our people.
You’ll feel these values in how we collaborate, lead and make decisions and we’ll look for them in you too.
Package:
Role: Permanent, full time
Salary: £45,000 reviewed regularly in line with performance and inflation.
Holiday: 28 days (plus additional time off between Christmas and New Year, on standby).
Healthcare: Vitality Healthcare including Dental & Optical.
Pension: 4% contributions via Penfold.
Perks:
50% off gym memberships
Quarterly team socials
Annual training budget
Access to talking therapy sessions and GP services
Discounts on trainers/gym wear
Monthly reward scheme including, monthly free cinema tickets and discounts with Caffe Nero and Mindful Chef.
Working Conditions:
Hybrid and flexible working hours
Company provided new Apple MacBook
Annual bonus scheme (company performance-based, from Dec 2025)
Long-term ambition to transition to a 4-day work week
Celebrating your birthday with the team
Generous parental leave policies
Career development: 3-month reviews and 6-month pay reviews
Diversity and Inclusion
As a majority female - and LGBTQ-owned company, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of Piqniq and a place with a nurturing culture where diverse perspectives and brave thinking can thrive. With that in mind we would welcome & encourage applications from all candidates, particularly those from underrepresented communities.
We’re a flexible employer and happy to have individual conversations around your specific needs to ensure that you succeed at Piqniq.
So what are you waiting for? Come and join us at the Piqniq blanket!
Please send all applications (cover letter & cv) to careers@piqniq.co.uk