Company Description
Publicis Media harnesses the power of modern media through leading agency brands Dysrupt, Infinite Roar, Publicis Collective, Publicis Health Media, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith, as well as global accelerator PMX; immersive experience group PMCI and access to integrated platform-based technologies and offerings from CJ, Epsilon and Influential.
A key business solution of Publicis Groupe, Publicis Media’s digital-first, data-driven global solutions deliver client value and drive growth in a platform-powered world. It is present in over 100 countries with over 23,000 employees worldwide.
The Team
The Investment & Accountability (I&A) team is a key pillar within Publicis Media Exchange (PMX), responsible for ensuring media productivity commitments for global clients. The team works across all media channels, including TV, digital, social, print, and out-of-home, and collaborates closely with local Publicis offices worldwide, client procurement teams, and media auditors. Their role is crucial in delivering cost efficiencies, quality ad placements, and strong ROI, which directly impacts both client relationships and agency revenue.
The Role
As a Senior Investment Executive, you’ll play a key role in Publicis Groupe’s Investment & Accountability (I&A) team, ensuring global advertisers receive best-in-class media performance. You’ll work closely with international teams to track, analyse, and report on media buying efficiency across all media types, including TV, Digital, Social, and Print.
You’ll collaborate with local Publicis offices worldwide, procurement teams, and media auditors to guarantee contractually agreed media productivity commitments are met. You’ll also develop and refine data reporting processes, contribute to new business pitches, and gain exposure to senior stakeholders within Publicis.
What you'll do:
Manage Global Media Investment Performance
* Support Investment Managers in delivering media buying commitments to international clients
* Analyze performance vs. KPIs and ensure compliance with contractual agreements
* Work closely with local Publicis teams worldwide to standardize and improve data reporting
Stakeholder Collaboration & Media Audits
* Liaise with procurement teams and external auditors to ensure compliance and performance accuracy
* Participate in internal and external meetings to track and discuss media buying performance
* Work cross-functionally with various departments within Publicis Groupe
Data Analysis & Reporting
* Collect, process, and analyze large media investment datasets
* Create high-quality reports and presentations to showcase performance insights
* Ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting across all global markets
Project Management & Process Optimization
* Develop and implement templates for media investment tracking
* Support internal projects, new business pitches, and efficiency improvements
* Identify trends and insights to enhance future media investments
What we're looking for:
* Experience in one of the following: Media Agency Buying or Investment department, Media Auditor, Media Owner sales department
* Strong knowledge of media metrics (e.g., CPM, CPC, CTR, GRP).
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
* Analytical mindset with strong numerical skills and attention to detail
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
* Strong English language skills
Benefits:
In the UK, alongside the core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical, and Income Protection Plan, 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.
Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based four 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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