Senior Account Executive

We are hiring a Planning Senior Account Executive to join Starcom and play a key role on two well‑loved, high‑profile FMCG brands. This is a brilliant opportunity to work on large‑scale, brand‑led campaigns that span everything from Out of Home and AV to social and audio. You’ll be part of a warm, collaborative team with real exposure to senior clients and the chance to shape work that connects with audiences in culture. If you’re looking to grow your confidence, build your voice in client conversations and see your work come to life across channels, this role offers exactly that.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of multi‑channel brand campaigns across Twinings, Yazoo and Chocomel.
• Contribute to campaign development from insight through to activation, across channels including OOH, AV, social, audio and display.
• Take ownership of day‑to‑day campaign management, including always‑on social activity, reporting and campaign coordination.
• Analyse competitor and category performance using tools such as Nielsen and AdIntel to inform planning recommendations.
• Manage key account processes including finance queries, budget tracking and maintaining planning documentation.
• Present updates and insights in client status meetings, building confidence in communicating ideas and performance.
• Work closely with internal teams and activation partners to brief campaigns effectively and ensure smooth delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in media, marketing or a related environment, with an interest in brand‑led campaigns.
• Understanding of key media channels and how they work together within integrated plans.
• Confidence working with data and translating insights into clear, practical recommendations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable contributing to presentations and building relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to learning and a willingness to take on new challenges as the role develops.
• Curiosity about culture, brands and audiences, particularly within FMCG and Gen Z targeting.

Additional Information

Starcom 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.

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