At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to create innovative media strategies for a major client.
- Company: Join Starcom, a forward-thinking agency with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of empathy and collaboration in a global setting.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the digital media landscape while inspiring your team.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in digital media, strong leadership, and analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
The Business Director role involves leading a team of 10+ professionals across paid media, strategy, and analytics to drive performance objectives for Mars, a recent client win. You will manage account directors in London, oversee teams based in the UK and India, and report to a Digital Lead. The role focuses on delivering integrated media strategies across Social, Search, and Programmatic channels within EMEA, ensuring alignment with global principles and tools.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of 10+ people across multiple disciplines to deliver world‑class media strategies and performance for Mars.
- Build strong relationships with the client and your team to foster collaboration between Mars, Publicis UK and local teams.
- Ensure consistent high‑quality work and integrated media responses.
- Collaborate with the global team, applying global principles in the ECE region.
- Implement global tools and processes, and meet reporting requirements.
- Create leading strategies and media plans that meet client objectives.
- Serve as a media knowledge resource for clients and the team.
- Present confidently to senior clients on key developments in the media ecosystem.
- Speak deeply about digital and use it to deliver client objectives, diving into details when necessary.
- Drive digital thought leadership for the client and the team.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of Programmatic (preferred) or Paid Social/Paid Search related experience.
- Deep understanding of the digital media landscape and overall media landscape.
- Experience managing multi‑market strategy and execution.
- Agency experience running a team of 10+ members.
- Understanding of data‑based marketing and its impact on media planning.
- Ability to present to all levels of clients, global and regional stakeholders.
- Inspire the team and clients with knowledge and passion for media.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
At Starcom, 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. Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change—building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.
Digital Business Director in London employer: Starcom
At Starcom, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. As a Digital Business Director, you will lead a talented team in London while enjoying opportunities for professional growth and development within a diverse and inclusive environment. Our commitment to employee well-being and a supportive atmosphere makes Starcom a rewarding place to advance your career in the digital media landscape.
