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VaynerX ( ) is the most contemporary family of companies, working together to build and grow brands. Subsidiaries include VaynerMedia, Eva Nosidam Productions, The Sasha Group, Gallery Media Group, Tingley Lane Trading, VaynerSpeakers, and VaynerCommerce. About Vaynerx

VaynerX ( ) is the most contemporary family of companies, working together to build and grow brands. Subsidiaries include VaynerMedia, Eva Nosidam Productions, The Sasha Group, Gallery Media Group, Tingley Lane Trading, VaynerSpeakers, and VaynerCommerce.

About Vaynermedia

VaynerMedia is a contemporary global creative and media agency with an expertise in driving relevance for clients and delivering impactful business results. The independently-owned company was founded in 2009 by Gary Vaynerchuk, and has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Mexico City, London, Amsterdam, Singapore, Delhi, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Tokyo, and Sydney. VaynerMedia has been recognized for its work at Cannes Lions, the Clio Awards and The Webby Awards. It is part of the VaynerX family of companies.

Culture is our key and Empathy is how we build it.

VaynerMediaAPAC is strong with a world-class combination of diverse backgrounds collaborating to put forward innovative, creative and strategic solutions to the one advantage that stands the test of time --- PEOPLE. Day in and day out, we propel some of the biggest brands in the world to the intersection of attention and culture. In APAC, we are proudly +300, servicing a diverse client all around the region.

Who are you?

We’re looking for a Malaysia-based Media Director to lead this work, by providing insights-driven media and measurement strategies, strengthening client & partner agency relationships, collaborating with cross-departmental teams.

The Media Director is chiefly responsible for managing a division inside our Paid Media Department made up of Senior Analysts and Managers. You will be tasked with becoming a trusted, respected leader within the organization and relied upon for high-level operations management, innovation, client/partner relationships, and general media executional excellence.

A proven track record of large scale media buying proficiency across several biddable platforms is a must, with particular depth in all or a majority of the following: TikTok/Instagram/Meta, Google (Search, YouTube, DV360), Programmatic Display/OLV, Publisher Direct. Experience in offline media (TV, Print, Radio, OOH) is also required; with experience in planning and managing both campaigns and always-on initiatives for major regional and global brands. Fluency with analytics, attribution and measurement systems is needed; and expertise is a major plus (including but not limited to GA360, Adobe, MOAT/IAS/DoubleVerify, Nielsen/Millward Brown/Oracle, Neustar/Visual IQ/Convertro, etc.).

Your EXPERTISE (The skills and knowledge needed to excel in this role)

Ensures media plans are of the highest standard, assist in presentation material creation, and provide strategic guidance on reporting calls with clients Oversees a team of media analysts focused on 1-3+ clients, providing leadership, mentorship, vision, and technical expertise, working in conjunction with HR and other teams to foster team career growth and a positive work environment Embodies a true leadership mentality and willing to devote days to making your team successful, working for them, not above them Contributes to the continued growth and stability of VaynerMedia, being empowered to make decisions that are best for the company over the long-run Oversees execution by setting up process and clear lines of communication Updates performance benchmarks and share digital platform updates, both internally and externally with client partners Manages negotiations for high value and/or complex packages Approves all recommendations and presentations before sending to the client Delegates work effectively and not only teach direct reports but also deliver seamless client work Fosters an environment that encourages intelligent risk-taking, innovation, and creativity. Leads interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, developing and evaluating team members Leads cross-LoB buying deliverables Leads by example in terms of attention to detail, general work ethic, empathy, and internal/external professionalism Acts as a key contact for client and platform partners, operating as a go-to voice and leader for them Develops and deliver senior-level, sophisticated media investment strategies to clients, derived from industry insights and best-in-class expertise and thought leadership Collaborates across disciplines, specifically planning and analytics, to craft best-in-class, holistic omnichannel media strategies rooted in driving tangible business outcomes for large brands Provides actualized spends for client invoicing across clients and stakeholder spend trackers Operates as a “player/coach”, able to jump in and get into the weeds as needed to keep campaign work moving in the right direction Takes responsibility for and rectify (as needed) any mistakes or errors made by team members and implement standards/practices/methods to ensure errors do not repeat themselves Navigates a portfolio of brands within a larger conglomerate or business group and gain a deep understanding of their unique company architectures to ultimately build the strongest holistic relationship possible Works to proactively bring new/emerging opportunities to clients, pushing the envelope of media excellence Continuously strives for improvement across all team processes to streamline workflow and benefit the larger team Provides clear delegation of responsibilities across your organization and making expectations for success clear and concise Leads client communication around scope agreements, finance and billing, working closely with FinOps to keep a handle on monthly billing and incoming revenue Proactively identify the needs of our clients’ businesses to sell-through incremental campaign opportunities to clients (cross-disciplines at times where needed), to help deliver best in class work that helps to grow their business

Qualifications

You have experience working in the advertising media landscape in the Southeast Asia region, and expertise planning and buying both digital and ATL media You have a minimum of 6+ years of industry experience with a proven track record of executing sophisticated, large scale digital media programs that drove tangible business outcomes. You have a good network of media and marketing professionals in the Southeast Asia market, including major publishers, brands. You have advanced written, presentation and general communication skills. You’ve experienced dealing with non-core buying teams, specifically media & communications planning, analytics, traditional media buying, and others. You have proven output rooted in highly strategic thinking that leveraged unique insights to drive disproportionate success. You have examples of leaning into new/emerging platform opportunities to drive media innovation. You’ve experienced leading and managing teams of at least 6-8 individuals (cross-disciplinary a plus) You have an infectious smile, an upbeat demeanor, and warm personality that contributes to an already strong company culture You are comfortable with a fast-paced environment; and working as an integrated team (across creative, media, and strategy) Professional English skills required, and bilingual is a huge plus!

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Malaysia A$24,000.00-A$6,000.00 2 weeks ago Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2 weeks ago Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2 months ago Social Media Campaign Manager - Cantonese Speaking

Malaysia HK 30,000.00-HK 39,000.00 2 months ago Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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Overview

The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well-targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account.

Responsibilities

Functional Competencies

1. Client Management
2. Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment.
3. Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands.
4. Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction.
5. Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities.
6. Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests).
7. Take ownership for assigned brands.
8. Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes.
9. Improve and uphold agency evaluation.
10. Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective.

Business Partner Management

1. Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, media owners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients.
2. Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives.
3. Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement).
4. Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications.
5. Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns.
6. Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers).

Research & Media Applications Proficiency

1. Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage.
2. Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool.
3. Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis.
4. Proficient in using agency's planning approach.

Financial

1. Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business.
2. Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud.
3. Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands.
4. Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance).
5. Resolve all ageing matters.
6. Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually).

Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights)

1. Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses.
2. Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term).

Investment Management

1. Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands.
2. Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives.
3. Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used.
4. Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.)
5. Input on action plans in expenditure reports.
6. Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances.

Corporate Responsibility

1. Lead/participate in pitches.
2. Drive awards submission.
3. Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials.
4. Identify new business opportunities.
5. Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development.
6. Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence.
7. Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline.
• Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills – effectively presents formal POV internally and externally.
• Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company.
• Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels.
• Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others.
• Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act.
• Quickly addresses performance issues.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results.
• High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change.
• Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary.

Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave.
• Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October.
• Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations.
• Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care.
• Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery.
• A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects.
• Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year.
• Phone Allowance.

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Overview

The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account.

Responsibilities

Functional Competencies
- Client Management
- Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment.
- Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands.
- Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction.
- Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities.
- Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests).
- Take ownership for assigned brands.
- Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes.
- Improve and uphold agency evaluation.
- Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective.

Business Partner Management
- Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, media owners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients.
- Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives.
- Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement).
- Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications.
- Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns.
- Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers).

Research & Media Applications Proficiency
- Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage.
- Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool.
- Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis.
- Proficient in using agency's planning approach.

Financial
- Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business.
- Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud.
- Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands.
- Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance).
- Resolve all ageing matters.
- Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually).

Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights)
- Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses.
- Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term).

Investment Management
- Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands.
- Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives.
- Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used.
- Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.)
- Input on action plans in expenditure reports.
- Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances.

Corporate Responsibility
- Lead/participate in pitches.
- Drive awards submission.
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials.
- Identify new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development.
- Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence.
- Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline.
• Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills – effectively presents formal POV internally and externally.
• Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company.
• Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels.
• Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others.
• Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act.
• Quickly addresses performance issues.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results.
• High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change.
• Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary.

Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave.
• Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October.
• Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations.
• Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care.
• Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery.
• A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects.
• Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year.
• Phone Allowance.

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Overview

The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well-targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account.

Responsibilities

Functional Competencies

• Client Management
• Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment.
• Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands.
• Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction.
• Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities.
• Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests).
• Take ownership for assigned brands.
• Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes.
• Improve and uphold agency evaluation.
• Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective.

Business Partner Management

• Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, media owners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients.
• Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives.
• Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement).
• Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications.
• Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns.
• Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers).

Research & Media Applications Proficiency

• Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage.
• Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool.
• Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis.
• Proficient in using agency's planning approach.

Financial

• Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business.
• Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud.
• Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands.
• Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance).
• Resolve all ageing matters.
• Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually).

Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights)

• Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses.
• Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term).

Investment Management

• Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands.
• Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives.
• Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used.
• Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.)
• Input on action plans in expenditure reports.
• Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances.

Corporate Responsibility

• Lead/participate in pitches.
• Drive awards submission.
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials.
• Identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development.
• Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence.
• Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline.
• Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills – effectively presents formal POV internally and externally.
• Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company.
• Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels.
• Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others.
• Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act.
• Quickly addresses performance issues.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results.
• High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change.
• Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary.

Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave.
• Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October.
• Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations.
• Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care.
• Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery.
• A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects.
• Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year.
• Phone Allowance.

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Overview

The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/ or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account.

Responsibilities

Functional Competencies
- Client Management
- Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment.
- Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands.
- Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction.
- Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities.
- Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests).
- Take ownership for assigned brands.
- Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes.
- Improve and uphold agency evaluation.
- Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective.

Business Partner Management
- Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, medianowners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients.
- Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives.
- Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement).
- Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications.
- Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns
- Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers).

Research & Media Applications Proficiency
- Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage.
- Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool.
- Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis.
- Proficient in using agency's planning approach.

Financial
- Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business.
- Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud.
- Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands.
- Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance).
- Resolve all ageing matters.
- Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually).

Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights)
- Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses.
- Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term).

Investment Management
- Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands.
- Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives.
- Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used.
- Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.)
- Input on action plans in expenditure reports.
- Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances.

Corporate Responsibility
- Lead/participate in pitches.
- Drive awards submission.
- Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials.
- Identify new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development.
- Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence.
- Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline.
• Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills –effectively presents formal POV internally and externally
• Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company
• Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels
• Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others
• Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act.
• Quickly addresses performance issues
• Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results
• High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change
• Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary

Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave.
• Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October.
• Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations
• Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care.
• Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery.
• A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects.
• Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year.
• Phone Allowance

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Overview The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account. Responsibilities

Functional Competencies - Client Management - Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment. - Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands. - Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction. - Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities. - Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests). - Take ownership for assigned brands. - Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes. - Improve and uphold agency evaluation. - Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective. Business Partner Management - Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, media owners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients. - Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives. - Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement). - Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications. - Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns. - Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers). Research & Media Applications Proficiency - Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage. - Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool. - Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis. - Proficient in using agency's planning approach. Financial - Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business. - Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud. - Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands. - Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance). - Resolve all ageing matters. - Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually). Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights) - Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses. - Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term). Investment Management - Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands. - Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives. - Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used. - Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.) - Input on action plans in expenditure reports. - Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances. Corporate Responsibility - Lead/participate in pitches. - Drive awards submission. - Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials. - Identify new business opportunities. - Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development. - Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence. - Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement. Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required. Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline. Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management. Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills – effectively presents formal POV internally and externally. Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company. Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels. Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others. Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences. Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act. Quickly addresses performance issues. Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results. High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change. Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary. Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following: Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave. Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October. Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations. Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care. Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery. A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects. Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year. Phone Allowance.

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Overview

The Planning Director leads a unit of media professionals in the conception and delivery of innovative, well targeted business building marketing solutions across a variety of media to meet or exceed clients’ objectives. This involves the creation and execution of media plans, unearthing insights, integrating capabilities and flawless execution on all fronts. This person is the primary point of contact for clients and will oversee the day-to-day communications planning and/ or buying processes for the assigned accounts. This role reports directly to the Business Lead leading an Account.

Responsibilities

Functional Competencies - Client Management - Establish a partner-relationship with clients by being involved in the business environment. - Provide business solutions through media approaches for assigned brands. - Overall account stewardship to ensure communication strategy and implementation are in sync towards clients' business direction. - Undertake key initiatives/business solutions in tandem with clients' goals, business objectives and priorities. - Manage clients' requests appropriately (e.g. push back on unreasonable timelines, make judgment or evaluate value on ad hoc requests). - Take ownership for assigned brands. - Maintain regular WIPs, dialogues and reviews to ensure effective work processes. - Improve and uphold agency evaluation. - Create and deliver digital media solutions blending strategy, innovations & insights with creative excellence to achieve a brand’s marketing objective. Business Partner Management - Leverage good relationships with senior business partners (e.g. creative, medianowners), hence the ability to obtain updated information that contributes to the brand objectives and value-add to clients. - Conduct professional briefings to business partners on innovations and ensure alignment to clients' objectives. - Establish partnership processes with business partners (e.g. rules of engagement). - Establish rapport and understanding with senior business partners and ensure clear documentation on all communications. - Ensure best value from all negotiations across media owners and campaigns - Manage and resolve conflicts for Level I & II (Executives and Managers). Research & Media Applications Proficiency - Guide and troubleshoot for Level II on applications usage. - Display competency in using advanced functions in each tool. - Able to tap into proprietary consumer insight applications or alternative sources for more in-depth analysis. - Proficient in using agency's planning approach. Financial - Identify opportunities for organic growth of the business. - Uphold financial policy and integrity to avoid violation or potential fraud. - Assist the team members to reconcile all media payment variances of assigned brands. - Work with team members to ensure accurate and timely invoicing (e.g. regular review of unbilled reports, resolve unbilled cases with Finance). - Resolve all ageing matters. - Accurate business forecast of assigned accounts (monthly and annually). Industry Knowledge (Consumer, Business or Brand Insights) - Exhibit good understanding and forecast on media/ industry/brand development & implications to the businesses. - Evaluate the strategic implications of media/ industry/brand developments and identify opportunities & threats to businesses (short to long term). Investment Management - Optimize the given investment or allocate appropriate investments by medium/brands. - Provide investment consultation to client on appropriate budget to meet the desired objectives. - Supervise on cost management for brand across medium used. - Master contract management (e.g. propose, negotiate, track fulfillment, etc.) - Input on action plans in expenditure reports. - Reconcile all sources of costing/investment variances. Corporate Responsibility - Lead/participate in pitches. - Drive awards submission. - Demonstrate appropriate behaviors to uphold the company's image, reputation and credentials. - Identify new business opportunities. - Collaborate with function/practice leads on best practice development. - Demonstrate responsible hiring of talents (e.g. fair employment practice) and ability to manage termination well with due diligence. - Mentor and ensure all direct reports master the skills and organizational savvy required for advancement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required. Min. 8+ years’ experience in a client facing consultative role, primarily in a media or consulting discipline. Progressive levels of responsibility and business acumen in marketing and communications, team management, p/l management Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills –effectively presents formal POV internally and externally Converts ideation into strategy and operational plans to create breakthrough results – leverages broad and deep understanding on industry, media, marketplace, client and company Strong EQ - Excellent inspirational team leader - demonstrated ability to establish high levels of trust and credibility internally and externally and influence others to action; actively open to learn from others at all levels Team oriented- approachable and viewed as coach and mentor to others Critical assessor and builder of talent - attracts, develops and motivates high performing team with diverse perspectives and experiences. Actively focused on succession and pushing talent to exercise greater confidence and authority to act. Quickly addresses performance issues Demonstrated critical thinking skill and strong problem-solving skills – navigates effectively through conflict and risk to build required consensus to drive innovative business needs and results High results orientation and able to effectively juggle and prioritize many competing demands – high tolerance to effectively manage change Strong workflow management skills including organizational, time/project management, planning and implementation, prioritization, ability to delegate when necessary

Additional information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following: Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave. Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October. Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care. Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery. A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects. Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year. Phone Allowance

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About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.

Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust .

Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise .

About Openmind : A Leading WPP Media Brand

Open m ind by WPP is an integrated agency model drawing on talent from across WPP. It has been created to accelerate the European transformation for Nestlé’s media function. Core to the solution is the advanced best data and technology capabilities, fuelled by WPP’s investment in AI, to maximise the impact of Nestlé media investment.

Role Summary and Impact :

An Associate Planning Director handles specific brands and performs the following tasks:

• Drives application of Openmind’s internal systems and processes in the preparation of client requirements
• Leads the preparation & presentation of Annual Communications Plans and Reviews with minimal supervision
• Works with Planners in preparation of strategic communication response to business issues and challenges based on the client’s brief
• Recommends media platforms and investment level based on client’s objective and strategic directions
• Seeks, recommends, and evaluates media innovations and test initiatives to address business objectives and needs
• Identifies learnings and creates best practices for both the internal team and client
• Manages brand’s media budget (annual, monthly and per campaign budget)
• Leads in various client engagements and interactions
• Oversees the delivery of day to day requirements with minimal supervision
• Manages and ensures timely submission of accurate and complete reports and other brand deliverables
• Oversees internal reporting and internal processes specific to the accounts handled
• Works with internal specialist teams on the team’s campaign deliverables
• Leads and mentors team to help develop and improve their strategic thinking skills and operational discipline
• Supports the team in growth and development plans for the team

Skills and Experience :

• Solid understanding of offline and online media
• Strong analytical and number skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Passion for learning and openness to new challenges
• Project management skills, good at multi-tasking and organization
• Proactiveness
• Self-starter attitude
• Team player mindset
• Time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence and a can-do/positive attitude
• High level of accountability and integrity

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of a Business, Marketing or Research-related course: Business Administration/Management, Marketing Management, Advertising, Economics, Communication Research, Communication Arts, etc.
• At least 7 years of work experience with at least 1 year managing 1-2 junior staff in a media agency or marketing/advertising/research-related field

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics . We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Please read our Privacy Notice ( ) for more information on how we process the information you provide.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

Role

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
  
  

About Openmind : A Leading WPP Media Brand

Openmind by WPP is an integrated agency model drawing on talent from across WPP. It has been created to accelerate the European transformation for Nestlé’s media function. Core to the solution is the advanced best data and technology capabilities, fuelled by WPP’s investment in AI, to maximise the impact of Nestlé media investment.

Role Summary And Impact

An Associate Planning Director handles specific brands and performs the following tasks:

• Drives application of Openmind’s internal systems and processes in the preparation of client requirements
• Leads the preparation & presentation of Annual Communications Plans and Reviews with minimal supervision
• Works with Planners in preparation of strategic communication response to business issues and challenges based on the client’s brief
• Recommends media platforms and investment level based on client’s objective and strategic directions
• Seeks, recommends, and evaluates media innovations and test initiatives to address business objectives and needs
• Identifies learnings and creates best practices for both the internal team and client
• Manages brand’s media budget (annual, monthly and per campaign budget)
• Leads in various client engagements and interactions
• Oversees the delivery of day to day requirements with minimal supervision
• Manages and ensures timely submission of accurate and complete reports and other brand deliverables
• Oversees internal reporting and internal processes specific to the accounts handled
• Works with internal specialist teams on the team’s campaign deliverables
• Leads and mentors team to help develop and improve their strategic thinking skills and operational discipline
• Supports the team in growth and development plans for the team
  
  

Skills And Experience

• Solid understanding of offline and online media
• Strong analytical and number skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Passion for learning and openness to new challenges
• Project management skills, good at multi-tasking and organization
• Proactiveness
• Self-starter attitude
• Team player mindset
• Time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence and a can-do/positive attitude
• High level of accountability and integrity
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a Business, Marketing or Research-related course: Business Administration/Management, Marketing Management, Advertising, Economics, Communication Research, Communication Arts, etc.
• At least 7 years of work experience with at least 1 year managing 1-2 junior staff in a media agency or marketing/advertising/research-related field
  
  

Life At WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Please read our Privacy Notice ( for more information on how we process the information you provide.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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