Media Planner
Hybrid, Altrincham (2–3 days per week)
£30,000 to £40,000, DOE
Our client is a an exciting and fast-growing media planning and buying agency built on data, addressable delivery, and IP-based measurement. They specialise in connecting blue chip brands with audiences through television, connected TV, out-of-home, cinema, press, and audio. Our client combines senior-level expertise with a highly hands-on approach, giving clients the attention, rigour, and agility that larger networks often struggle to provide.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an Media Planner who will take a central role in both planning and activation across all above-the-line media. This position suits someone who is highly detail oriented, numerate, and motivated by working in a fast-paced environment. The individual will work directly with the co-founders, gaining significant exposure to senior decision making, bespoke training, and day-to-day guidance across multiple media channels.
Core Responsibilities
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Contribute to end-to-end communications planning across television, CTV, out-of-home, cinema, press, and radio.
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Plan, buy, and trade media across all AV channels, ensuring campaigns deliver against agreed KPIs.
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Manage day-to-day campaign activation, optimisation, and reporting.
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Build and maintain clear, accurate, and insightful media schedules, budget summaries, and performance reports.
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Work closely with media owners to secure strong rates, added value, and reliable delivery.
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Support the co-founders in developing strategic recommendations for clients.
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Communicate directly with clients, providing updates, presenting plans, and supporting post-campaign reviews.
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Contribute to the development of internal processes as the agency scales, preparing to take on increased leadership responsibility over time.
Skills and Experience
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Preferred AV planning and buying, with strong understanding of television.
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Outdoor experience preferred, although not essential if the candidate is willing to learn.
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Strong numerical skills and confidence using spreadsheets to analyse data, build forecasts, and interpret performance.
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Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing workloads independently.
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Clear written and verbal communication, with confidence when speaking to clients.
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A proactive approach, with genuine interest in contributing to the growth of an ambitious agency.
Benefits
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Annual performance-related bonus scheme.
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Twenty-five days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
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Direct access to senior leadership and a structured development programme.
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Opportunity to progress into a leadership role as the agency grows.
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Collaborative culture that prioritises precision, support, and continual learning