Wanted: Global Performance Business Director

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.

About the role.... This role is dedicated and will sit within the new team at Zenith International leading the global Digital Hub (social, search, programmatic activation) and overall business development and growth of the digital account. You will be expected to form a strong relationship with the client team and heads of biddable channels, to collaborate and develop digital excellence, growth, and meaningful insight informing future media planning. Reporting into the Global Client Lead, working on one of the world’s largest and most exciting outdoor apparel brands.

As one of the senior leadership team members on the account, you will be the connection point between the client/s, the account team and the media buyers.

What you need to succeed.... Extensive experience across digital channel strategy, planning, and activation within social, search, programmatic and e-commerce (multi-market). Experience across digital reporting, ad technology, governance. Experience in leading large digital activation teams across multiple locations. Experience managing senior stakeholders and building trust and credibility. Experience working across multiple markets and managing a diverse team. Ability to manage upwards and engage with senior leadership within Publicis. Integrated, strategic media experience with an excellent understanding of the digital landscape, emerging tech and trends and new opportunities in this space. Strong team leader who provides support and empathy for all team members.

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: Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical cover, Reflection Days, Shared Parental Leave.

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. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.

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