Performance Manager

Company Description At Zenith, we are a connected team with purpose. We are driven to create new perspectives through modern media. We believe marketing is a powerful investment that can build and grow brands and increase business profitability. So we unlock opportunities for growth by placing consumer behavior, attitudes, and insights at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering return on investment, imagination, and insight.Central to this vision is the knowledge that we are only as good as our people. To grow our clients' business, we need to attract, retain, develop, and grow the brightest talent in the industry. We know it is not the sum of one but the sum of all of us that make us great. Our behaviors are: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Better Together.We’re determined to eradicate any barriers that prevent our people from achieving their fullest potential.We offer progressive flexible working options to everyone at all levels — it’s not a policy. It’s behavior-led and reinforced through our values.Mental health & wellbeing is something we consider a priority — it's championed by our own people internally and is a regular conversation.We have a lot of fun — we’re constantly looking at reinventing how we’re connecting with each other. Job Description Are you a passionate and driven performance marketing expert looking to take your career to the next level? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with some of the world's leading brands? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Performance Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of digital innovation, managing and optimising performance campaigns across various channels, driving results and building strong client relationships. You'll be a key player in ensuring our clients' success while contributing to the growth and development of your team. What You'll Do: - Lead & Inspire: Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Performance Executives and Coordinators, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. - Drive Campaign Excellence: Oversee the entire campaign lifecycle, from planning and implementation to optimisation and reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client goals. - Strategic Planning: Develop and present compelling performance media plans, leveraging PMX deals and identifying innovative opportunities to achieve exceptional results. - Client Partnership: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing exceptional service through clear communication and proactive problem-solving. - Data-Driven Optimisation: Lead optimisation strategies, leveraging bid management platforms and your expertise to maximise campaign performance. - Financial Acumen:Ensure accurate budget management, billing, and reporting, maintaining compliance with client contracts and agency policies. - Stay Ahead of the Curve: Continuously learn and adapt to the latest industry trends and technologies, sharing your knowledge with the team. - Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with Digital Account Managers, agency partners, and suppliers to develop integrated solutions that deliver outstanding results. Who You Are: - Experienced: You have 1.5 - 3 years of experience in performance marketing, ideally within a media agency environment (or related field). - A Team Player: You possess strong team management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and organise a team to achieve common goals. - A Problem Solver: You're proactive in identifying and resolving issues, escalating when necessary to ensure smooth workflow. - A Clear Communicator: You have excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information in a clear and concise manner. - Analytical & Detail-Oriented: You have a strong analytical mindset, with the ability to analyse data, identify insights, and make data-driven decisions. You also pay close attention to detail and ensure accuracy in all tasks. - Digitally Savvy: You're fluent in digital planning tools and possess advanced accreditations in platforms like Google Ads (AdWords), DCM/DBM, and Facebook Blueprint. - Technically Skilled: You are fluent in 3rd party bid management tools across search, social and programmatic. - Commercially Aware: You have a strong understanding of the client's business and category, and you actively seek new opportunities for growth. Technical Skills: - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite - Expertise in Google Ads (AdWords), Google Marketing Platform (DCM/DBM), Facebook Ads Manager - Experience with bid management platforms (e.g., Marin Software, Kenshoo) - Familiarity with digital planning tools (e.g., Nielsen, Roy Morgan) Why Join Us? Career Growth: We're committed to investing in your development and providing opportunities for advancement within the agency. Flexible Working: We offer flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance. - Leading Brands: You'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of leading brands across various industries. - Innovative Culture: We foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, where you'll be encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to the future of performance marketing. - Globally Connected: As part of Publicis Groupe, you'll be part of a global network of talented professionals, with access to cutting-edge resources and opportunities. - Benefits and Perks: We operate in a flexible work environment, with many benefits available to our staff including discounted health insurance, paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers, and subsidised fitness programs. #LI-FD1 Additional Information Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com. Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering: - A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing. - A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us." - Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network. - Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes. - A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program. - A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees. - Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service. - Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year. - Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave. - Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs. - A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/ - Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network. If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes — so if this role resonates with you, please apply. Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn't be where we are today. So be you — we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitmentpublicisgroupe.com; your personal information will be kept confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr