Programmatic Associate Director in London

Company Description: 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.

Job Description: We’re looking for a Programmatic Associate Director to play a key role in leading strategy, delivery and team development across high-profile, international accounts. This role sits at the heart of our programmatic capability, overseeing best-in-class activation while shaping how teams, hubs and processes operate at scale across multiple markets.

You’ll act as a senior point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders, combining deep programmatic expertise with confident leadership. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with operational excellence, and who thrives in fast-paced, matrixed environments where quality, innovation and performance really matter.

• Lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of programmatic campaigns across display and emerging channels, ensuring consistently high standards of execution.
• Oversee and develop programmatic hub teams, providing coaching, guidance and clear direction to drive performance and accountability.
• Act as a senior client partner, building strong relationships, presenting strategic recommendations and ensuring excellent client service.
• Champion best practice across platforms, processes and ways of working, continuously improving efficiency, effectiveness and output quality.
• Drive innovation through testing frameworks, new formats and technologies (e.g. CTV, DOOH, cookieless solutions), sharing learnings across the wider agency.