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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 Business Director, Performance EMEA We are hiring a Business Director, Performance EMEA to help shape the future of performance marketing for one of the world's most recognised digital brands. Joining Adobe.pub, you'll play a pivotal role in driving growth across EMEA, bringing together strategy, activation and innovation to deliver meaningful business outcomes. This is an opportunity to lead talented specialists, influence large-scale media investment decisions, and help build best-in-class full-funnel performance programmes. If you're passionate about turning insight into action and creating measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities What you'll be doing Lead the EMEA performance marketing programme across Programmatic, Paid Search and Paid Social, ensuring activity delivers strong business and ROI outcomes. Partner closely with planning and strategy teams to develop performance-led media approaches informed by data, audiences and attribution insights. Create and deliver quarterly cross-channel strategies that support both brand and commercial objectives. Oversee end-to-end planning, activation and performance delivery, ensuring campaigns are executed to a high standard. Build strong relationships with media partners to unlock innovation, collaboration and value for clients. Lead, coach and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration, growth and knowledge sharing. Champion continuous improvement by testing new approaches, sharing best practice globally and identifying opportunities for future growth. Qualifications Skills we're looking for Strong experience in performance marketing, digital media or integrated media strategy, with knowledge of channels such as Programmatic, Paid Search or Paid Social. Ability to translate data and audience insights into clear recommendations and compelling business narratives. Experience building trusted relationships with stakeholders, clients and cross-functional teams. Confidence presenting ideas, strategies and results to a variety of audiences. A people-focused leadership style with a passion for developing and supporting talent. Curiosity, commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to identify opportunities that drive measurable impact. 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. #LI-PH1
