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Company description STARTUP SPIRIT + POWERHOUSE SOUL As one of the youngest and now the fastest-growing global agency networks, Spark Foundry has never been beholden to a legacy; all we know is industry disruption and transformation. We embrace nimbleness, agility and open-mindedness as part of our Startup Spirit. But as part of Publicis Media, we tap into that Powerhouse Soul to gain access to new opportunities before anyone else alongside market-shaping clout, leading-edge AI and technology. We have 4 simple values: 1. Team driven: our superpower comes from our teams, it’s where we learn our craft and how we stay connected across the agency 2. Inclusive: we know the road to representation is long but we’re proud of the steps we’re taking to elicit real change 3. Challenger: we’re proud to be an underdog, it motivates us to think differently and work harder than the competition 4. Passionate: we care about what we do, and our people have the freedom to follow those passions, from designing new technologies and innovations, to developing our culture and future talent Our Commitment We are diverse though our experience, people and the clients we look after - and we celebrate that diversity. Our people hold us accountable to our beliefs and via regular surveys and our grass roots D&I team, The Collective, and internal next generation board, Firestarters, we hold regular events and work continually towards generating ideas, initiatives and educating our people to ensure we are a diverse and inclusive agency. As part of our dedication to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, Spark Foundry is committed to equal access to opportunity for people without regard to race, age, sex, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Overview We are hiring an Account Director to lead media planning for two globally recognised clients, Meta and Ralph Lauren. You’ll shape integrated campaigns, turn insight into clear strategic direction and bring UK and global teams together around high-quality work. This is an opportunity to combine media craft, commercial thinking and collaborative leadership in a supportive planning team. You’ll also help colleagues develop while building trusted relationships across the wider Publicis network. Responsibilities Lead campaign planning and implementation across Meta and Ralph Lauren, maintaining quality and consistency throughout the year. Build trusted relationships with senior clients, day-to-day stakeholders, investment teams and specialist partners. Translate campaign performance and detailed data into clear insights, recommendations and opportunities for growth. Guide clients through the role of different media channels within an integrated communications strategy. Partner with global and local-market teams to align strategies, media guidelines and campaign delivery. Manage priorities and workflows across the account, creating effective ways of working for the wider team. Support Account Managers and Executives through clear direction, constructive feedback and ongoing development. Qualifications Experience in client servicing or account management within a media agency environment. Broad knowledge of traditional and digital media, with the judgement to connect channel choices to client objectives. Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to present recommendations with confidence and diplomacy. Strong relationship-building skills across clients, markets, disciplines and levels of seniority. An organised and adaptable approach, with close attention to quality, priorities and deadlines. A collaborative leadership style that helps colleagues contribute, develop and succeed. Professional integrity, commercial awareness and a commitment to learning and improving how the team works. Additional information Spark Foundry 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 Spark Foundry, 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. #LI-KA1
