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Media Planning Senior Executive
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About the Role:
As a Media Planning Senior Executive, you will help to design and implement effective media strategies to achieve clients' marketing objectives. This role involves building and maintaining client relationships, analysing audience behaviour, selecting appropriate media channels and ensuring seamless and effective delivery of media campaigns.
You will regularly liaise with clients and work collaboratively with specialist teams and other divisions within the wider agency group including various investment teams, finance teams, creative agencies, PR agencies etc.
This role is ideal for someone with a passion for marketing, who thrives in a customer-facing environment, has a data-driven mindset and a knack for creative problem-solving.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with clients and account teams to understand marketing objectives and target audience profiles
- Support the team in developing integrated media plans that align with campaign goals, leveraging both traditional and digital media platforms
- Assist in conducting market research to identify audience insights, media consumption trends and competitive analysis
- Identify media platforms (e.g., TV, radio, print, digital, social media) to optimise message delivery
- Evaluate the performance of various media channels based on cost-effectiveness, reach and engagement potential.
- Prepare detailed reports for clients, highlighting insights and recommendations for future campaigns
- Serve as a point of contact for clients on media plans and campaigns, fostering strong relationships to better understand their business goals, providing updates and addressing any questions or concerns
- Ensure seamless activation of media campaigns across full suite of media channels
- Ensure finance process is followed to ensure timely and accurate billing of our clients for campaign activity
About You:
- You have a good understanding of media planning, buying and executing campaigns.
- You are familiar with media planning tools and software to analyse and interpret post-campaign results.
- You demonstrate problem-solving skills to address issues and make data-driven recommendations.
- You are able to prioritise tasks and manage multiple campaigns and deadlines effectively.
- You stay informed about emerging technologies, including AI and are open to exploring how automation and AI tools can enhance creativity, performance and efficiency in media.
- You are comfortable building relationships and interacting with clients to provide updates, address concerns and manage expectations.
About the Agency:
PHD UK is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. It is the reigning Campaign AND Media Week Awards Media Agency of the Year and in March 2026 was named as the most awarded media agency in the World in the annual Warc Media 100 rankings.
Founded in London in 1990, we were the first media agency to offer strategic and creative planning at a time when the industry was about buying cheaply and quickly.
Our founders saw a bright future where smart thinking and clever planning could help brands grow faster than their competitors.
Over the subsequent 3 decades, we have continued to build on this defining ethic — with our evolution shaped by a continual investment in thought leadership and a culture of Ingenuity.
Today, with over 100 offices in 74 countries, we continue to create remarkable campaigns that lead to remarkable growth – using the extending canvas of data and technology.
Flexible Working
At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.
We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.
Be Your Best
We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG
At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on https://omnicommediagroup.com/recruitment-privacy-notices/.
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Planning Director
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About the Role:
We are looking for a Media Planning Director to join us at PHD in Manchester to support our award-winning work across our FMCG portfolio of clients.
Planning is a huge part of PHD’s DNA, and the successful applicant will be leading the media planning work on some of the UKs leading challenger brands operating in the FMCG space. You’ll be working alongside an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team with the remit to drive best-in-class media planning, challenge the status quo and deliver innovative media plans that deliver competitive advantage to our clients.
This role is ideal for a media planner with strong craft skills, who leads by example, who isn’t satisfied with average and who is ready to push the art of the possible in the media space. You’ll have an innate curiosity and a willingness to share ideas, thoughts, and insights with your team and clients alike, and will demonstrate a genuine passion for media planning and the brands you work on. Here at PHD you have the permission to do just that!
You will also have an opportunity to be part of PHD’s inclusive culture, an open space where you can bring your true self to work and where opinions and ideas are listened to and there is scope to do things differently.
About the Agency:
PHD UK is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. It is the reigning Campaign AND Media Week Awards Media Agency of the Year and in March 2026 was named as the most awarded media agency in the World in the annual Warc Media 100 rankings.
Founded in London in 1990, we were the first media agency to offer strategic and creative planning at a time when the industry was about buying cheaply and quickly.
Our founders saw a bright future where smart thinking and clever planning could help brands grow faster than their competitors.
Over the subsequent 3 decades, we have continued to build on this defining ethic — with our evolution shaped by a continual investment in thought leadership and a culture of Ingenuity.
Today, with over 100 offices in 74 countries, we continue to create remarkable campaigns that lead to remarkable growth – using the extending canvas of data and technology.
Flexible Working
At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.
We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.
Be Your Best
We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG
At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on https://omnicommediagroup.com/recruitment-privacy-notices/.
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Planning Manager - PHD UK
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About the Role:
This is a pivotal and exciting role working on one of the best-known charities in the UK. We are looking for a positive, motivated, and experienced Planning Manager to join a collaborative and award-winning client team.
As a Planning Manager, you will be working across the portfolio delivering comprehensive cross-channel media solutions to answer the client’s briefs across both offline and online channels. You’ll be a key component in helping the account run efficiently, whilst also going above and beyond to deliver fantastic media solutions and output. You’ll also work excellently independently and as part of our close nit team.
About You
- Brings strategic media planning expertise and a strong understanding of client business needs.
- Has a commercial mindset and knows how to deliver campaigns that are both creatively exciting and commercially effective.
- Has excellent organizational skills and the ability effectively manage different priorities
- Is ready to coach and support junior team members, helping them grow while maintaining high standards across all work.
- Have strong communications skills (both verbal and written) and feel comfortable presenting to clients
- Wants to challenge the norm, contribute to award-winning work, and grow their career in a supportive, forward-thinking agency.
- An innate curiosity & desire to make the work efficient and effective.
- At PHD, you’ll have the freedom to think differently, the tools to do your best work, and the backing of a team that’s as passionate about media as you are.
About the Agency:
PHD UK is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. It is the reigning Campaign AND Media Week Awards Media Agency of the Year and in March 2026 was named as the most awarded media agency in the World in the annual Warc Media 100 rankings.
Founded in London in 1990, we were the first media agency to offer strategic and creative planning at a time when the industry was about buying cheaply and quickly.
Our founders saw a bright future where smart thinking and clever planning could help brands grow faster than their competitors.
Over the subsequent 3 decades, we have continued to build on this defining ethic — with our evolution shaped by a continual investment in thought leadership and a culture of Ingenuity.
Today, with over 100 offices in 74 countries, we continue to create remarkable campaigns that lead to remarkable growth – using the extending canvas of data and technology.
Flexible Working
At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.
We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.
Be Your Best
We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG
At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on https://omnicommediagroup.com/recruitment-privacy-notices/.
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PHD UK - Planning Manager
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About the Role:
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the UK media presence of one of the most talked-about and transformational brands in the world. OpenAI sits at the centre of a fast-moving, highly scrutinised and culturally defining category, and 2026 marks a step-change in ambition, investment and visibility.
As Planning Manager on OpenAI, you’ll lead the day-to-day planning engine for the account, ensuring campaigns are integrated, aligned and delivered to the highest standard. You’ll sit at the intersection of UK, global and channel teams, translating global strategy into clear, effective local execution while maintaining momentum across multiple campaigns, audiences and channels.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, enjoys ownership and wants to play a defining role in how a category-leading brand shows up in market.
What you’ll do
- Lead end-to-end media planning across brand, product and engagement campaigns
- Act as the primary day-to-day planning lead, ensuring work is joined up, on time and on brief
- Be the key link between global stakeholders, UK leadership and channel teams
- Own overall delivery quality, ensuring plans, outputs and recommendations are clear, rigorous and impactful
- Bring structure and clarity to an evolving remit, helping the account move from reactive to genuinely proactive
About you
You’re a confident, highly organised planner with strong channel knowledge and a calm approach to complexity. You’re comfortable owning delivery, guiding others and making smart judgement calls when things move quickly or change direction.
You combine strategic thinking with operational grip, enjoy collaborating across disciplines and are curious about emerging technology, platforms and new ways of working. You take pride in high standards, clear thinking and helping teams do their best work.
Curiosity about AI, emerging platforms or hands-on experience using tools such as large language models to support day-to-day work is a welcome bonus
About the Agency:
PHD UK is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. It is the reigning Campaign AND Media Week Awards Media Agency of the Year and in March 2026 was named as the most awarded media agency in the World in the annual Warc Media 100 rankings.
Founded in London in 1990, we were the first media agency to offer strategic and creative planning at a time when the industry was about buying cheaply and quickly.
Our founders saw a bright future where smart thinking and clever planning could help brands grow faster than their competitors.
Over the subsequent 3 decades, we have continued to build on this defining ethic — with our evolution shaped by a continual investment in thought leadership and a culture of Ingenuity.
Today, with over 100 offices in 74 countries, we continue to create remarkable campaigns that lead to remarkable growth – using the extending canvas of data and technology.
Flexible Working
At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.
We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.
Be Your Best
We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG
At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on https://omnicommediagroup.com/recruitment-privacy-notices/.
Ready to apply?
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Senior Planning Director - Diageo - Mat Cover - 9 month FTC
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About the Role:
Join PHD’s award‑winning team working across Diageo’s iconic spirits portfolio, helping shape the media strategies behind some of the world’s most loved brands. As part of a highly collaborative EMEA hub, you’ll influence planning across multiple markets, guide a talented team, and drive measurable business impact through innovative, data‑driven media thinking.
- Lead the planning output for the EMEA Spirits Planning Pod, overseeing high‑quality, insight‑driven media strategies across traditional, digital and emerging channels.
- Translate strategy into effective, scalable campaign plans grounded in robust planning frameworks and media effectiveness.
- Build trusted, long‑term client partnerships—serving as a senior point of contact and ensuring client needs translate into actionable, growth‑driving plans.
- Collaborate with vendors and partners to secure strong value and placements aligned to objectives and budgets.
- Manage budgets, monitor performance and deliver clear reporting on ROI and optimisation opportunities.
- Analyse audience, market and performance data to provide strategic insights and recommendations.
- Mentor and develop a team of media planners, fostering a supportive, high‑performing culture.
- Stay at the forefront of industry trends, emerging platforms and AI‑driven tools to continuously elevate our approach.
About You:
- Proven experience developing and delivering effective media strategies across digital and traditional channels.
- Confidence presenting strategies and performance results, with strong analytical capability.
- Deep understanding of programmatic, OTT, social and evolving media landscapes.
- Experience leading teams and supporting the growth of junior colleagues.
- Curiosity for emerging tech and how automation/AI can enhance creativity and efficiency.
About the Agency:
PHD UK is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. It is the reigning Campaign AND Media Week Awards Media Agency of the Year and in March 2026 was named as the most awarded media agency in the World in the annual Warc Media 100 rankings.
Founded in London in 1990, we were the first media agency to offer strategic and creative planning at a time when the industry was about buying cheaply and quickly.
Our founders saw a bright future where smart thinking and clever planning could help brands grow faster than their competitors.
Over the subsequent 3 decades, we have continued to build on this defining ethic — with our evolution shaped by a continual investment in thought leadership and a culture of Ingenuity.
Today, with over 100 offices in 74 countries, we continue to create remarkable campaigns that lead to remarkable growth – using the extending canvas of data and technology.
Flexible Working
At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30.
We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work.
Be Your Best
We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at beyourbest@omnicommediagroup.com to let us know how we can support you.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG
At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented.
We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on https://omnicommediagroup.com/recruitment-privacy-notices/.
Ready to apply?
Apply to Omnicom Media UK