Connections Planning Director
The Connections Planning Director at WPP Media is a pivotal role within the Melbourne-based Mindshare team, focusing on developing and executing integrated media strategies for Asahi's iconic beverage brands. This position offers the opportunity to shape the media future for Asahi from the ground up within an award-winning organization.
In this role, the director will lead the creation of market-leading, integrated media strategies, translating client goals into innovative, omnichannel campaigns that deliver real growth. They will act as the key link between senior clients, media partners, and internal teams, ensuring seamless and effective campaign execution. Additionally, the director will collaborate with the national planning community to define and elevate planning best practices.
Ideal candidates should have multiple years of recent, hands-on media agency experience with a strong focus on omnichannel planning. They must possess excellent relationship-building skills with senior clients, internal teams, and media partners. A proven track record in leading complex, multi-stakeholder media campaigns from initial brief to final measurement is essential. An agile, innovative mindset with a passion for finding creative solutions to client challenges is highly valued. Proficiency in blending data, marketing science, and eCommerce strategies to create compelling media recommendations is also required.
WPP Media offers a flexible working environment, with most teams meeting in the office three days per week. Employees have access to a variety of benefits, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. The company fosters a culture of respect and inclusivity, with various employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events.
Joining WPP Media provides an opportunity to be part of a global media collective that brings together the best platform, people, and partners to create limitless opportunities for growth. The company is committed to investing in its employees to help them do their best work and is dedicated to responsible media investment. Employees can tap into the global WPP Media and WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.