Media Performance Executive (Entry Level) in London

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true to since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.

Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever-complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media. Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth.

Top-line growth for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people and growth for our culture. Powered by our best-in-class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading. This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes.

It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best-in-class strategy, planning and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients. It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start-ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward-thinking and accountable to our clients.

At Zenith, we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok and Verizon.

Overview

The role We are hiring Media Performance Executives to join our specialist Performance teams across Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic and SEO. This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career in digital media and marketing, working with some of the world's leading brands and learning from industry specialists. Whether you're interested in data, consumer behaviour, technology, content discovery or campaign optimisation, you'll gain hands-on experience within a dedicated performance channel while building skills that will support a long-term career in media.

You’ll join a collaborative team, receive structured training and development, and play an important role in helping clients achieve measurable business outcomes through innovative digital marketing strategies.

• Paid Search: Drive performance through search engine advertising, connecting customers with brands at key decision-making moments.
• Paid Social: Create and optimise advertising campaigns across social platforms to deliver brand growth and measurable results.
• Programmatic: Use audience data, technology and automation to deliver digital advertising campaigns across multiple online environments.
• SEO: Improve brand visibility through search optimisation, helping businesses reach audiences through organic discovery.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Support the planning, activation and optimisation of campaigns within your specialist performance channel.
• Analyse campaign data and identify opportunities to improve performance against key objectives.
• Produce reports, insights and recommendations that help clients understand campaign effectiveness.
• Conduct audience, market and competitor research to support campaign strategy and decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal specialists, client teams and external partners to deliver high-quality work.
• Manage campaign administration, quality assurance processes and performance tracking with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Stay informed on industry trends, platform developments and evolving best practices within digital marketing.

Qualifications

Skills we're looking for:

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with data and campaign information.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence collaborating across teams.
• An analytical mindset and an interest in understanding what drives campaign performance.
• A proactive approach to learning, development and staying informed about industry trends.
• Basic Excel skills and an eagerness to develop your technical and reporting capabilities.
• Interest in digital marketing, social media platforms and the wider media landscape.
• A collaborative and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Additional information

Employees joining The Pack, an early careers programme that connects, supports and develops you to kick-start your career with us, initially start with an annual salary of £28,860. Zenith International 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 Zenith International 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.

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