Client Project Manager

What's the role?

Reporting to the Client Project Director, the Client Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex, high-tier integrated campaigns across the News Corp suite of brands and integrated products.

There is a strong focus on championing innovative brand adoption across our commercial product ecosystem to achieve client objectives, maximize revenue profitability, and drive client partnership renewals and long-term growth. You will champion efficiency and strategic workflow execution, optimizing processes, communications, and complex deliverables across the team daily.

The Client Project Manager will lead cross-functional collaboration with Client Partnership teams, NCA Sales, NCA Product and Partnerships, the NCA Content Coalition, and NCA Commercial Editorial to ensure the seamless, end-to-end execution of major commercial integrated campaigns delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive state and national Client Partnership revenue by leading complex campaigns that achieve client goals, maximize profitability, and secure strategic renewals.

• Lead national multi-platform campaign delivery, aligning cross-departmental efforts to hit broader commercial revenue targets.

• Direct complex internal and external stakeholder communications, acting as the primary point of contact for project execution.

• Design, implement, and refine best-in-market project management frameworks, tools, and workflows to elevate overall delivery standards.

• Analyze campaign performance data, identifying key trends, insights, and best practices to share across categories and senior leadership.

• Champion strategic initiatives by embedding the Client Partnerships vision and driving team operating rhythms.

• Maintain and elevate Client Partnerships standards, proactively mitigating project risks, scope creep, and delivery challenges.

• Oversee end-to-end campaign lifecycles to ensure large-scale projects are delivered strictly on time, within budget, and aligned with agreed scopes.

• Partner closely with Senior Sales leadership to scope, structure, and execute premium integrated client solutions.

• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture, mentoring junior team members and upholding News Corp values.

Who are you?

• Solid background and proven track record working within a sales, media, product, or integration team across media, advertising, marketing, or publishing sectors.

• Strong experience managing large, complex, end-to-end integrated campaigns with end-to-end accountability for client deliverables.

• Demonstrated history of establishing and managing strong relationships with senior internal leaders and external clients.

• Deep experience across multi-platform media landscapes, with expert knowledge of creative, content, data, and digital product executions.

• A strategic, results-driven problem solver with an exceptional client-first approach and commercial acumen.

• Comprehensive expertise in advertising, media, integrated marketing, branded content, and data capabilities.

• Meticulous attention to detail paired with executive-level communication and presentation skills.

• Proven ability to manage high-stakes stakeholder negotiations, resolve complex issues constructively, and build long-term business partnerships.

• Highly organized project leader adept at managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Resilient, solution-focused, and calm under pressure with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family

• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits

• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)

• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.

• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career

• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives

• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.

With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek.

Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

In February 2025, News Corp Australia's National Client Partnerships Team was named Sales Team of the Year at the 2024 AdNews Agency of the Year Awards. This prestigious award is testament to the dedication, passion, and innovation that drive our talented team of Client Partnership professionals.

What’s next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here. In order for us to assist you, please ensure you include the role title you are applying for in the subject line. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the Diversity@News section.

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Client Partnerships