Global Planning Account Director

Company description

in the UK

Spark Foundry, the Acceleration Agency

We help brands to identify, learn and respond to opportunities faster than the competition

Every client has an area of their business they need to accelerate, from short-term goals to long-term transformation

We’ve proven our approach during the most difficult year on record

Now we’re using it to provide a launchpad for their future

Come be an accelerator with us

How we accelerate Planning: an approach that works in practice rather than theory, arming planners with the ability to create cutting edge campaigns Intelligence: a suite of tools that give definitive answers to big questions, and uncovers actionable insights about real people Trading: a model built on flexibility and trusted relationships, underpinned with bold guarantees Relationships: a culture of asking challenging questions to better understand the brief – we are not a ‘yes’ agency People: a strong history of recruiting talent from diverse backgrounds and accelerating their careers 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 a Global Planning Account Director to lead one of the world’s most influential and innovative brands at a truly global scale

This role sits at the heart of our international planning team, shaping media strategy for Meta’s Brand Product Marketing portfolio across multiple markets

You’ll play a pivotal role in turning ambition into action — partnering closely with senior clients, local markets and specialist teams to deliver work that drives growth and cultural impact

If you enjoy balancing strategic thinking with people leadership and craft, this is a role where your influence will be felt every day

What you’ll be doing Owning day‑to‑day leadership of Meta’s global planning work, ensuring consistently high standards across markets Acting as the primary client partner for your portfolio, building trusted, long‑term relationships Leading annual planning, global strategy and measurement projects in partnership with senior stakeholders Guiding teams to deliver integrated media plans across brand, performance and innovation Creating clarity and momentum across complex workstreams, from rapid‑response campaigns to long‑term initiatives Developing and supporting managers and executives, fostering collaboration, confidence and growth Identifying opportunities to evolve ways of working, improve processes and strengthen the Meta partnership Skills we’re looking for Proven experience leading media planning and client relationships within a media agency environment Confidence working across both traditional and digital media channels at scale Strong communication skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and build alignment Experience managing and developing teams with empathy and accountability A strategic mindset, paired with attention to detail and a commitment to quality Comfort working across international markets and with multiple stakeholders Curiosity about technology, innovation and the changing media landscape Additional information Spark Foundry offers a wide range of

to support our employees

Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core

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

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

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We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you

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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-KE1