Digital Planning Manager

Company Description

 

 

We are Zenith, the ROI agency, but we’re about so much more than numbers. Since 2005, we’ve been helping some of the world’s biggest and most exciting brands turn ambitious ideas into meaningful business growth. As part of Publicis Groupe, our global community of 6,000+ specialists across 95 markets brings together media, data, technology, commerce and content to solve complex challenges and create work that makes a difference.

 

We believe the best work happens when great people come together. We’re curious, collaborative and always looking for new ways to think, challenge convention and push what’s possible. From strategy and planning to performance, data, content and trading, our teams work across disciplines to create smarter, more personal experiences for the brands we partner with.

 

And we’re serious about our people too. We want Zenith to be a place where everyone feels seen, heard and represented, with opportunities to learn, grow and make your mark. From our regular social events, mentoring, learning opportunities, recognition and community initiatives, we’re building a culture where people can bring their whole selves to work, share ideas and have a lot of fun along the way.

 

So, if you’re ambitious, curious and excited by the pace of change in our industry, you’ll fit right in. Whether you’re a media expert, creative thinker, data enthusiast, tech lover or simply someone who wants to make an impact, there’s a place for you at Zenith. Come and help us create a more meaningful kind of ROI – for our clients, our people and our culture.

Overview

We are hiring a Digital Planning Manager to join a specialist team supporting a leading global entertainment brand across EMEA. This is an exciting opportunity to shape innovative digital media strategies for one of the world's most recognised entertainment organisations, working at the intersection of media, data, technology and creativity. You'll play a key role in delivering impactful campaigns, influencing strategic decisions and helping brands connect with audiences in meaningful ways. If you enjoy combining analytical thinking with creative problem-solving, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

• Develop and lead digital media planning solutions across EMEA, grounded in strong consumer, marketing and media insight.
• Partner with clients and internal teams to create effective digital strategies that support business objectives and campaign performance.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, testing and optimisation to improve media effectiveness and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, building trusted relationships and ensuring seamless collaboration.
• Analyse campaign performance data to generate insights, recommendations and learnings for future activity.
• Work closely with activation specialists across social, programmatic and search channels to drive best-in-class execution.
• Stay informed about developments across digital marketing, media and the entertainment industry, bringing fresh thinking to planning approaches.

Qualifications

Skills we're looking for

• Experience in digital marketing, media planning, programmatic, paid social, ad tech or a related field.
• Strong understanding of digital media channels and how they contribute to broader marketing objectives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and confidently.
• Analytical thinking and a curiosity for using data to uncover insights and improve performance.
• Experience working collaboratively across teams, markets or disciplines to deliver shared goals.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning, particularly in emerging areas such as audience strategy, influencer marketing and AI-powered advertising.

Additional Information

Zenith International offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including:

 

📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).

 

Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week.

 

At Zenith International, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. 

 

We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.

 

Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.

 

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