Planning Manager

Dotgap Ltd ,
London, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Planning Manager - London - £36k Summary: Planning Manager opportunity based at one of London's most well-known independent agencies If you want to do more innovative plans which aren't constricted by trading deals, this is perfect for you. Friendly, fun culture and a company who keep winning new business The Company: This agency is an independent strategic communications planning agency, who can also deliver start to finish media campaigns across all channels. They are an ideas agency working with a fantastic list of clients and delivering inspired thinking across any discipline from creative, events, PR, as well as media. The management team represent brilliance from all walks of agency life and their heritage comes from quite simply the best agencies in UK. You will be in amazing company. The Role: This role involves taking responsibility for running client briefs through the agency and the management of junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Translate strategies into media ideas and plans, demonstrating a strong understanding of how each channel works within the overall strategy. Write directional and inspiring investment briefs with clear deadlines and deliverables. Take a keen interest in the theory and best practice of media and commit to increasing your knowledge and abilities in these areas. Manage the day to day running of accounts and seamless management of media plans. Develop close client relationships. Demonstrate good understanding of your clients’ business challenges, objectives and KPIs. Lead client status meetings and ensure accurate and timely delivery of status reports and follow through. Requirements The Candidate: The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with clients, and consistently deliver on the fundamentals of how to delight them on a daily basis. Key Skills: Confident, committed and professional Good knowledge of the fundamentals of media best practice A passion for media effectiveness and the creation of ideas A can-do attitude and positive approach, even in challenging situations Strong communication and presentation skills (written and oral) Good team player who is also a self-starter