Planning Director in London

Would you like to join a global media strategy and buying business working across finance, business and international media industries? With a growing presence across multiple markets, the business partners with organisations in asset management, banking, trading and professional services, delivering targeted, insight-led campaigns.

As the Planning Director, you will sit at the intersection of cross-media planning, strategy, and client leadership, ensuring B2B media plans are commercially smart, insight-led, and built to drive meaningful business outcomes

The Role:

Lead the day-to-day management of key client accounts, acting as a trusted senior contact

Own the full campaign lifecycle, from briefing and strategic planning through to buying, delivery and reporting

Work closely with senior leadership to shape media strategies aligned to client objectives

Plan and deliver integrated campaigns across digital and selected offline channels, including print, OOH, TV and radio

Build strong relationships with media owners and partners to secure effective media solutions

Run regular client meetings, performance reviews and strategic updates

Collaborate with international teams to deliver multi-market activity

Support new business pitches and identify opportunities for account growth

The Candidate:

6+ years\’ experience in media planning and buying, ideally from an agency environment

Proven experience leading client relationships and managing senior stakeholders

Strong understanding of digital media, with exposure to offline channels a plus

Confident translating client briefs into clear, effective media strategies

Analytical and comfortable working with data, reporting and performance metrics

Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Interest or experience in financial services, B2B or business media is beneficial, though full training will be provided

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer

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