Job Description
Company description Who We Are 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 Senior Planning Executive to join our team and help shape how brands connect with people through thoughtful, insight-driven media
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile financial services client, where your ideas and curiosity will directly influence campaign performance and business outcomes
You’ll collaborate across planning, performance and client teams, bringing together data, strategy and creativity
If you’re passionate about turning insight into action and growing your planning expertise, this is a brilliant place to do it
What you’ll be doing: Support the day-to-day delivery of integrated campaigns, ensuring work is accurate, timely and of a high standard Take ownership of key workstreams, acting as a trusted client contact and communicating updates clearly Keep campaign workflows organised, managing budgets, tracking spend and resolving queries efficiently Gather and interpret market, competitor and audience insights to inform campaign planning Contribute to the development of media strategies, turning data into clear, actionable recommendations Monitor campaign performance and support reporting, identifying opportunities to optimise results Collaborate closely with internal teams and partner agencies to deliver connected, impactful campaigns Skills we’re looking for: Experience in media planning or a similar role, with a solid understanding of integrated campaigns Strong communication skills, with the confidence to share ideas clearly with clients and colleagues A collaborative mindset, with the ability to build positive relationships across teams Organised and detail-focused, able to manage multiple priorities effectively Curiosity about how data, audiences and performance come together in modern media planning A proactive approach to problem solving, with a willingness to take ownership of your work Motivation to continue learning and developing your expertise in planning and strategy Additional information Spark Foundry offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees
Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits 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 Benefits 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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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.