Media Buying Executive (Entry Level)

BRAND: Spark Foundry
Job Function: Media Trading
Location: London, United Kingdom
Experience Level: Entry
Workplace Type: Hybrid

Company description

We help brands make BOLD MOVES

Nowadays, brands want rapid, spectacular growth and they expect media to deliver it.

Clients used to give us media briefs that said "deliver 80% awareness" or "give me an impactful Christmas campaign."

Now we hear

"Take me from 4th to 1st in my category"

"Help me grow 10% in a market declining 10%"

"Make me the most loved brand in my industry"

These are huge asks of media, that can't be met through tweaking the media plan of two years ago.

Decades of advertising research prove that without a big change, large brands stay large and small brands stay small.

This is why Zenith help brands make BOLD MOVES.

Bold moves are big, brave changes to media strategy, delivering more impact for brands and more value for consumers.

Bold moves are backed up with a solid forecast - they are a better path to growth.

Bold moves build a partnership - we believe in this approach so much we link our growth to your success.

Bold Moves bring bigger ROI

This approach works for our clients, our people and consumers - it's why we are recognised as the UK's best media agency.

Our Commitment
At Zenith UK, we believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger. It enables a greater idea exchange, which fosters innovation and creativity, and enriches our perspective.We are committed to Publicis Groupe's wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, and encourage our people to take an active role in continuing to drive positive change within our agency.

Overview

About the roles
Publicis Media is hiring for multiple entry-level Media Buying positions, offering an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in the media industry. We are currently looking for:

• AV (Audio & Visual) Executive - working across TV, Video-on-Demand, Cinema, and Streaming platforms.
• OOH (Out of Home) Executive - planning and buying outdoor media such as billboards, transport, and digital screens.
• Display Executive - managing online display advertising across websites, apps, and digital platforms.

As a Media Buying Executive, you'll support the planning, buying, and optimisation of campaigns across your specialist area, working closely with clients, media owners, and internal teams to deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning and buying media campaigns across your channel.
• Negotiating with media owners to secure the best placements and value for clients.
• Managing campaign administration from approval to reconciliation.
• Producing post-campaign analysis and reporting.
• Supporting your team in achieving KPIs and client objectives.
• Staying up to date with market trends and sharing insights with colleagues.
• Using media systems and tools effectively to deliver campaigns efficiently.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Negotiation skills
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Enthusiasm to learn, adapt, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and conscientious attitude.

Additional information

Zenith UK has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Planswe also offer;

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).

Employees joining The Pack, which is an early careers programme that connects, supports and develops you to kick-start your career with us, initially start with an annual salary of £28,850.

The recruitment process

Step 1: Apply and get started!
Step 2: Show us what you've got - complete some fun, interactive tasks through Arctic Shores' assessment. Look out for this in your emails following your application!
Step 3: A quick chat with a recruiter to get to know you better and for you to ask any questions and let us know if you require any adjustments.
Step 4: Join us for a virtual assessment day where you can showcase your skills and strengths.
Step 5: We'll give you feedback, post assessment day, whether or not we move forward with your application.

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