Implementation & Activation Associate Director (Social and Programmatic focus)

Explore your future with Mindshare, part of WPP Media. If this role isnu2019t 100% aligned, apply anyway and weu2019ll add you to a specific Talent Pool so we can collaborate on future available positions. u00A0 Weu2019re currently seeking an Associate Director who comfortable in leading client meetings & presenting to multiple stakeholders. u00A0 About WPP Media u00A0 WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com WPP Media is WPPu2019s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com u00A0 WPP Media serves as the parent to WPP media agencies including Mindshare, EssenceMediacom and Wavemaker, each with leading market positions in their own right.u00A0 With 800 people based in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane, WPP Mediau2019s primary purpose is to maximise performance of WPPu2019s media agencies by operating as leader and collaborator in trading, content creation, sports, digital, finance, proprietary tool development and other business-critical capabilities. WPP Mediau2019s focus is to deliver unrivalled marketplace advantage to its clients, stakeholders and people. u00A0 About Mindshare u00A0 A Leading WPP Media Brand, Mindshare delivers Good Growth for its clients. As u201CGrowth Architects, we drive growth that benefits all stakeholders u2014 better for people, planet, and business u2014 by using media with intention. This approach creates more meaningful connections with consumers, increases consumer trust in the brand, and delivers better outcomes for all stakeholders. u00A0 YOUR TEAM u00A0 This team focus on supporting a multinational food and drink processing conglomerate brand, one of WPP Mediau2019s biggest clients, and are mainly Social and Programmatic focused (not much Search). The scope of the broader Implementation & Activation (I&A) team covers the Implementation Planning and Activation of all media channels and touchpoints, with a focus on delivering connected, audience-first client outputs. Within the team, we have members who work across all channels and both implementation planning & activation, and others who specialise and work across a more focused scope of work, (e.g. Performance specialists who work across Social & Search). We have found a great balance of embracing flexible working whilst also maintaining in-office collaboration with most teams meeting in the office 2-3 days per week. u00A0 YOUR ROLE This role will directly contribute to regional growth in APAC, aligning with our global strategy of innovation and excellence. With 12,000+ employees spanning 16 culturally diverse markets, we thrive on the strength of local expertise, unified by a global vision, to deliver impactful solutions for our clients Location: Sydney

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The I&A Associate Director is a critical role, overseeing delivery across a team of implementation planning and activation specialists. As a leader you are responsible for supervising team workflow to ensure client demands are met, team workloads are balanced and ensuring a high level of effective collaboration between team members and key stakeholders.

• Implement media plan & activations
• Advise clients on media channels, best in class approach.
• Roll our clients comms plans into media.u00A0
• Manage client budgets.
• Manage a team of two & upskill team members in biddable media channels

u00A0 YOUR IDEAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Youu2019ll thrive in this role if you have a great attitude, attention to detail, the ability work autonomously, and are comfortable leading client meetings and presenting to multiple stakeholders. Weu2019re also looking for;

• You feel empowered to bring your authentic self to work, and contribute to great teamwork, knowing your individual ideas and thoughts will be welcome.
• Passion for our industry with relevant experience and excited to work with market leading partners & technologies.
• Problem solving mentality.
• Clear communicator.
• Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Beverage brand exposure is a plus.

u00A0 What is your pathway for Good Growth? u00A0 Weu2019d love to hear what your ambitions are to achieve personal growth, and how we can help you realise them with us u00A0 What We Offer u00A0 At Mindshare ANZ, we offer a competitive salary package, with 20 days holiday increasing with service to a maximum of 25 days, with the option to purchase extra leave of up to 4 weeks per year. We also offer a flexible working environment, paid parental leave, flexible public holidays, birthday leave and early finishes during the summer months. These are just some of the great perks you can utilise. Based in North Sydney / Melbourne Southbank, our office has 180 degree views of Sydney Harbour/Melbourne Skyline and is a great space to hang out with colleagues and friends We have a culture of learning where we invest in your career growth and development through a range of learning and development opportunities. We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and collaboration and we provide mental wellness support via our Employee Assistance Program. u00A0 Our Valuesu00A0 u00A0 Our values of Energy, Empathy and Impact not only align with our Good Growth ambition but represent our commitment and dedication to our people, helping them grow their careers, fostering creativity, embracing humanity, and changing the world. At Mindshare we are open to different. We believe in being open and supportive of our people and all their differences to help them succeed. Be different at Mindshare and use your difference to shape the world through media. u00A0 What We Value The Most u00A0 u2022u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Being u2018open to differentu2019 u2022u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Living our values of empathy, energy and impact u2022u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Achieving Good Growth for business, people and the planet u00A0 Our Commitment u00A0 We want you to have the best opportunity to show us your skills and talents, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make the application/interview process work for you. Should you require any adjustments throughout the process, please collaborate with our hiring team who will be happy to assist. u00A0 u00A0 Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. Here, we strongly encourage you to apply if youu2019re interested: we'd love to know how you can positively impact our team with your experience We believe that diversity is vital and positively influences the environment in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that is free of discrimination, harassment or bullying. Race, colour, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions, we encourage all applicants. u00A0 u00A0 #LI-Promoted
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