Associate Client Director

Company description At Spark Foundry we bring HEAT to brands, Higher Engagement, Affinity and Transaction

Engagement with consumers, customers and stakeholders, affinity with brands, and transactions, that materially impact our client’s businesses

Spark is uniquely positioned to deliver HEAT because we have an aligned set of beliefs that guide how we navigate a changing media landscape, a structure that is designed for total accountability and a repeatable methodology to bake continuous improvement into everything we do

In order to bring this vision to life, we seek alignment around key values from our talent

Diverse thinkers with diverse thinking—what we call Allsorts—are essential to tackle challenges through the lens of different disciplines and perspectives

To succeed at Spark, you must thrive on the belief that great ideas are only great if they work

It’s not enough to be new, cool, or interesting; our solutions must drive business results

You need to embrace both the art and the evidence—right and left brain, imagination and activation, insight and technology in the pursuit of big ideas that are forensically measured

If you are motivated by these values, we welcome you to apply to become a Sparkie

Overview VISION Spark Foundry Spark Foundry

Famously Effective

Not one or the other — both

The thrill of an idea made even better by the pride of seeing it work

A magnetic combination that attracts clients who become advocates, and talent who are driven to deliver

Award‑winning and business‑changing

This vision is only possible when the right people, perspectives, and practices come together

VALUES Allsorts — We believe diverse thinkers and diverse thinking create the most impactful work

We welcome different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences

Art and Evidence — Great ideas matter, and so does proving they work

We value creativity backed by insight, and insight brought to life through creativity

Royalty Makes Loyalty — We build strong, respectful relationships by listening, supporting, and delivering excellence at every step

Good Humans — We lead with decency, empathy, and integrity

Always

ROLE PURPOSE The Associate Client Director supports the Client Director in managing team workflow, guiding the campaign response process, and ensuring seamless integration across internal teams to deliver effective, inclusive, and innovative communications plans

They take shared responsibility for the quality of team output, champion attention to detail, and foster a supportive, growth‑oriented environment

They actively participate in training and development initiatives that benefit both their team and the wider agency

They build strong, long‑term relationships with clients — particularly at the Marketing Manager level — and proactively encourage collaboration across digital and mainstream media

When capacity allows, they may also contribute to new business opportunities

CLIENT MANAGEMENT Proactively lead the development of media initiatives that meet client objectives within agreed timeframes

Identify opportunities to support clients’ broader business goals, even outside immediate briefs (e.g., training sessions, industry updates, innovation showcases)

Advocate for the value of Spark and Publicis services (SEO, SEM, Social, APEX) where relevant

KEY OUTPUTS Team Management Oversee planning and implementation of media activity across campaigns, ensuring alignment with client strategy and collaboration with activation teams

Support and guide the team in developing media concepts, plans, and implementation approaches

Ensure planning ideas are carried through activation, or work with teams to identify suitable alternatives

Maintain quality control processes and ensure deadlines are met, including early coordination with internal teams for major presentations

Communicate issues promptly and constructively with both internal teams and clients

Contribute to weekly WIP meetings and provide top‑line updates for Director‑level WIPs

Team Development Help lead, inspire, and motivate the team to work collectively toward client goals

Model Spark values and foster an inclusive, supportive team culture

Delegate effectively and provide coaching to help team members grow in their roles

Support the Client Director in conducting bi‑annual reviews

Contribute to training plans for Coordinators and Planning Executives, and mentor the Client Manager

Financial Monitoring & Management Monitor, forecast, and re‑forecast client financials across the assigned portfolio

Highlight changes such as budget shifts or campaign adjustments in weekly Director WIPs

Understand each client’s financial

(e.g., financial year, credit insurance, commission structure)

Understand contractual obligations and KPIs linked to campaign performance (e.g., bonus pools)

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 6–8 years of relevant experience

Tertiary

preferred but not essential — equivalent experience is valued

Proficiency across Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Strong understanding of the media landscape, tools, and industry trends

Solid financial management skills and commercial awareness

Broad media knowledge across digital and mainstream channels

BEHAVIOURS Passionate about media, advertising, and emerging technologies

Focused on delivering strong outcomes for clients and the agency

Confident communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders

Accountable and supportive — holds themselves and their team to high standards

Builds respectful, professional relationships with media partners

An inclusive leader who enjoys motivating and developing others

Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities

Creative, curious, and able to think laterally and conceptually

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 [email protected]; your personal information will be kept confidential.