Associate Planning Director

Company description As part of Publicis Groupe, we unleash the power of creativity, data, and media to deliver personalized experiences at scale

We have one of the most robust data sets in the industry and world-class marketplace connections and buying scale

You can’t escape it

Our moment is as complex as it’s ever been

An era of blink-and-you’ll-miss-it that’s always whizzing, scrolling, streaming by

And it’s not slowing down

Yet instead of staying connected — moving people with real human insight — marketers feel even more disconnected

Frantically optimizing with only the next few minutes in mind

Trying to solve this ever-evolving puzzle with a short-term focus

Instead of pioneering an ever-expanding universe . . . . .

And all the creative solutions that await us

At Starcom, it’s never scared us when the kaleidoscope of marketing added another shiny mirror

We’ve seen this as an opportunity since Leo Burnett first reached his hands to the stars

To move the brands we support every day by truly knowing the real people who support them

Responsibly unlocking possibilities across new channels, new technologies, new data opportunities, and beyond

It’s our opportunity to pioneer the next new world for your business

And to prove that media . . . is always the message

We know the next ten years will look a lot different

So will the ten after that

That’s where our expertise comes in to explore and decipher it all alongside you

Our people help you navigate what’s next, moving your business forward to the future by moving your customers forward today

These days it’s no longer what you shout from the mountaintops

It takes true insight to move people at the human level — in a powerful, lasting way

Because how you move people moves your business for good Overview We’re looking for an Account Manager who loves getting under the skin of one high‑profile, culturally iconic brand and delivering consistently brilliant work at pace

You’ll be a hands-on doer with strong media/communications planning foundations, partnering closely with the Client Service Director and senior leadership in a flat, empowered structure

In this role, you’ll own day‑to‑day client delivery and implementation planning, translating briefs into clear channel and communications plans supported by audience and environment analysis, all designed to deliver against objectives and KPIs

You’ll also lead and develop 1–2 direct reports, and collaborate with a wider team of digital/activation specialists to bring best‑in‑class work to life

Client leadership & relationships Build trusted client partnerships that drive retention and growth, with clear, proactive communication and regular status updates

Present confidently both internally and externally, bringing clarity to plans, results and next steps

Ensure the team is aligned to client KPIs/targets and consistently delivering against them

Support the Client Lead by translating client and agency priorities into actionable direction for the team

Keep clients informed on relevant media and advertising industry developments that may impact their business

Planning, activation & campaign delivery Lead best‑in‑class planning and execution of campaigns and media strategies, delivering measurable business outcomes

Translate briefs into channel and communications plans grounded in audience analysis and insight

Manage end‑to‑end delivery across multiple craft disciplines and partners, keeping timelines, outputs and quality on track

Provide quality control across planning documents, reports and client-ready deliverables (you’ll lift the standard and sweat the details)

Champion operational excellence across campaign and project delivery — always looking for smarter, simpler ways to work

Commercial & operational rigour Project manage client plans to ensure accuracy, budget adherence and smooth delivery

Oversee key finance processes (invoicing, payments, reconciliation) in line with contractual terms and agreed ways of working

Apply commercial and trading awareness to planning decisions to deliver on both client and agency objectives

Partner with account leadership on forecasting and delivery tracking with strong attention to detail

Promote the agency and Groupe specialist services and initiatives where they add value to the client

People & culture Manage, coach and develop Account Executives and Account Coordinators, building capability and confidence

Foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment and actively contribute to a culture of learning, innovation and continuous improvement. #LI-FD1 Additional information Publicis Groupe

: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses

You can learn more

at www.publicisgroupeanz.com

Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing

A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us." Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network

Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes

A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program

A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees

Leave

including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service

Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year

Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave

Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs

A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses

Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/ Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network

If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out

Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement

We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes — so if this role resonates with you, please apply

Diversity

Inclusion

Equity

More than just words; these are part of our DNA

At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation

We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate

We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions

Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn't be where we are today

So be you — we like it that way

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process

If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitmentpublicisgroupe.com; your personal information will be kept confidential.