Dentsu

Job Description: A BIT ABOUT US Dentsu Creative is a global creative agency network built to unlock exponential growth for clients through Transformative Creativity - a unifying force that drives innovation across people, businesses, and society. Launched in June 2022, it operates in over 145 countries and is fully integrated with dentsu's Media and CXM capabilities to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions worldwide. Guided by the philosophy of "Building Brands for What's Next," Dentsu Creative empowers brands to navigate current challenges and prepare for future opportunities, crafting resilient, forward-thinking strategies that thrive in an ever-evolving world. ROLE PURPOSE We're looking for a midweight brand strategist to run day-to-day business on smaller accounts, and work with a Strategy Director on bigger projects and pitches. You'll be a brand specialist, with strong capabilities in social, and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team to generate truly media-agnostic strategies for innovative creative ideas. You will have experience and confidence across the full range of strategy skills: from research methods to effective measurement, from marketing theory to inspiring presentation skills - and maybe be an expert in some of them. You'll have authority beyond your years AND a desire to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into creative reviews. The right candidate will be innately curious, ambitious, with a real hunger to learn more and push for the most creative and effective work. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Day-to-day running of brand strategy on key pieces of business, with minimal support from a Strategy Director. Building relationships with marketing manager / director level clients. Representing brand strategy in cross-discipline teams within Dentsu. Supporting pitch teams to win new business. Helping to train client leadership in strategy. Being a champion for effectiveness and relentlessly pursuing better creative work. Contributing to agency and strategy team culture e.g. through training and inspiration sessions. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS 3+ years brand planning experience, including day-to-day running of a piece of business, in a top brand / advertising agency. Track record of getting to interesting creative work across a range of media - including TVC, OOH, social, content, and experiential. Proven experience of briefing and developing creative work with teams. Experience of building relationships with clients, along with a proficiency in writing presentations and presenting with confidence. Understanding of key marketing theories (e.g. laws of growth, the works of Binet and Field, behavioural economics) and an ability to fluently apply these to strategy work. Knowledge of current and emerging research methods, including their strengths and weaknesses and likely outputs. Ability to synthesise 4Cs information to create new and provocative insights that we can use to develop more interesting and effective work. Confident use of key tools for insight generation e.g. GWI, YouGov, WARC. Fluent use of planning tools and templates e.g. planning cycle, ecosystem models Understanding of measurement and effectiveness frameworks, what the key KPIs for a given campaign might be, and proxies for success. Clarity on how we might begin to measure these and ability to discuss implications with clients. Experience of developing a brand, and of being a brand guardian. An infectious passion for the craft that will inspire clients and colleagues, with a desire to get the most out of Dentsu's data and media offering. A collaborative spirit, wanting to bring joy and a sense of play into the work - and to contribute to our agency culture. WORKING WITH US Joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas at the intersection of brand, culture, and commerce. In an age when brands are built and grown in altogether new ways we espouse humility alongside practical flexible problem solving. On your journey you will partner with inspiring people across the world and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers; always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behavior. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless. WHAT WE OFFER This is a permanent role The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements. The team are currently in the office every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. As well as a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs. INCLUSION & DIVERSITY Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their best selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. We are happy to discuss flexible and agile approaches to working for all our roles - we can't promise we will be able to offer you everything you want or need but we do promise to discuss it with you openly and honestly. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our recruitment teams. Location: London Brand: Dentsu Creative Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description: At dentsu, we're shaping the future of performance marketing. We empower world-class brands to maximise paid search impact using AI-driven automation, advanced audience targeting, and data-led insights. Are you skilled in Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, with a strong understanding of performance-driven campaigns? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment? If so, this role could be the perfect fit. As a Paid Search Manager, you will be responsible for executing and optimising paid search campaigns while developing your skills in strategy and leadership. You'll work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver outstanding results. You will also manage and mentor a small team of Paid Search Executives. This role provides a structured pathway to senior leadership through mentorship and training programs. Why Join Us? Career Development - Structured progression pathways with mentoring and leadership training. High-Impact Work - Work on large, performance-driven campaigns with real impact. Cutting-Edge Tools - Access to AI-powered automation, industry-recognised certifications, and professional development resources. Flexible Work Environment - Hybrid working model for better work-life balance. Supportive & Inclusive Culture - A collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives. Expert-Led Growth - Collaborate with and learn from experienced paid search professionals. Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world's leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute paid search strategies aligned with client goals and objectives. Manage and optimise Google Ads and Microsoft Ads to maximise performance and return on investment. Oversee all aspects of campaign setup, optimisation, monitoring, reporting, and performance analysis. Work closely with Paid Search Directors and internal teams to refine paid search strategies and best practices. Support the growth of Paid Search Executives by sharing expertise and best practices. Represent the team in external and internal client meetings. Stay ahead of industry trends, platform updates, and AI-driven innovations in paid search. Minimum Requirements Campaign Management & Analytics - Proven experience managing paid search campaigns across Google Ads and Microsoft Ads in an agency or client-facing setting, with a strong grasp of paid search principles, bidding strategies, and campaign optimisation supported by robust performance analysis and data-driven decision-making. Leadership & Team Management - Demonstrated direct line management experience, including mentoring and workload management for at least two team members, coupled with a passion for continuous learning and leadership development. Communication & Strategic Insight - Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and internal teams, and to translate campaign performance metrics into actionable strategic recommendations. Preferred Requirements Experience using SA360 or similar paid search management platforms is highly desirable, though not essential, we will provide training for the right candidate. Experience managing international search campaigns or multilingual PPC accounts. Familiarity with advanced tools and formats such as Performance Max, feed-based advertising, AI-driven bidding strategies, automation tools, and SA360 Smart Bidding. Proficiency in Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, or data attribution models, with a proven ability to train and upskill junior team members. Exposure to other paid search platforms such as Apple Search Ads, Adobe Advertising, and others - while not essential, experience with these can be advantageous. An adaptable mindset, with the ability to upskill and expand knowledge into new paid search platforms if required by clients. What we Offer Dentsu UKI offers a range of benefits to support you through all stages of your career with us. These include: Private Medical Insurance and Dental Cover 25 days Annual Leave + Birthday Off Wellness and Volunteer Days Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover Pension scheme and financial education support Cycle to Work, EV Car Scheme, Season Ticket Loans Hybrid working options (role-dependent) Inclusion and Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at , quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location: Edinburgh Brand: Dentsu Media Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description: Dentsu Creative is a global creative agency network built to unlock exponential growth for clients through Transformative Creativity - a unifying force that drives innovation across people, businesses, and society. Launched in June 2022, it operates in over 145 countries and is fully integrated with dentsu's Media and CXM capabilities to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions worldwide. Guided by the philosophy of "Building Brands for What's Next," Dentsu Creative empowers brands to navigate current challenges and prepare for future opportunities, crafting resilient, forward-thinking strategies that thrive in an ever-evolving world. Role Purpose A talented Content Designer responsible for designing visually captivating layouts for various print formats and materials. This role will have an excellent understanding of high-quality print design, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively cross channel to bring ideas to life that resonate with passionate food lovers. Key Responsibilities • Create engaging layouts for magazine pages, ensuring the content flows effectively and aligns with editorial and brand guidelines. • Design recipe cards, promotional inserts and other print collateral with attention to detail, ensuring the design enhances the content. • Design advertorials and artwork for events to ensure the brand's visual identity is consistently maintained. • Work closely with the Picture Editor to source appropriate imagery for publications across all brand channels, including cropping, reformatting, and optimising images for print, online, and other format requirements. • Juggle multiple design projects at once, managing timelines and deadlines effectively to ensure the timely delivery of materials across various formats. • Prepare final artwork for print and online formats, ensuring all technical specifications and requirements are met, including colour profiles, image resolution, bleed settings, web-safe formats, file compression, and platform-specific requirements. • Ensure design consistency across all materials, adhering to established style guides and brand identity while understanding the technical requirements of different output formats. • Keep up with the latest design trends, print and online technologies and design software to continuously improve design quality and efficiency. Required Skills and Experience • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in print design with additional experience adapting content for multiple formats including digital platforms • Expertise in layout design, typography, colour theory, and visual storytelling. Ability to create designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional across different formats • Strong skills in image editing, cropping, and reformatting for various output requirements, including understanding different aspect ratios, file specifications, web-safe formats, compression techniques, and online publishing constraints • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma). Knowledge of other design tools and production software for multiple formats is a plus • Understanding of how designs translate across different mediums - including online platforms - and the technical considerations for format adaptation from print to digita • Ability to use AI tools creatively and strategically, freeing up time for greater creativity and innovation • High level of accuracy in design execution, with a keen eye for detail, ensuring designs are polished and error-free across all formats • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including editors, photographers, digital designers, and other designers, while managing feedback and revisions • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines for various format deliverables • Solid understanding of the print production process, including preparing artwork for printing, working with printers, and managing colour accuracy, plus awareness of requirements for other format outputs • Ability to conceptualise and execute creative ideas while staying aligned with the publication's brand and editorial vision across different touchpoints • Experience in sourcing appropriate imagery for publications and ensuring full compliance with image rights agreements, with skills in adapting imagery for different format requirements Working with us Joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas at the intersection of brand, culture, and commerce. In an age when brands are built and grown in altogether new ways we espouse humility alongside practical flexible problem solving. On your journey you will partner with inspiring people across the world and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers; always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behavior. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless. Inclusion and Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at , quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location: London Brand: Dentsu Creative Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description: Carat is the European media agency for Kellanova - a dynamic and progressive FMCG company with many leading household brands such as Kellogg's, Coco Pops, Cornflakes, Special K and Pringles. Kellanova are a key client for Carat, with a longstanding relationship (10+ years) which was renewed at the start of 2025. Annually, we plan and buy over 100m Euros of media (50%+ in digital) for them across 20+ markets, with a focus on the UK, Spain, Germany, France and Italy. The Carat Central team consists of Consumer Experience Planners, Communication Planners, Digital Specialists and Market Planners aligned to three business units - Cereals, K Snacks, and Salty Snacks. The Digital Team is part of the wider Carat Central team. Collaborating across teams, categories and partners, our purpose is to support Kellanova to drive digital media effectiveness and efficiency, by identifying and implementing digital learnings, best practice and innovation. The Digital Account Manager plays an integral role in the wider Digital Team, managing key day-to-day tasks; ad hoc requests; strategic partner relationships and broader digital projects - all whilst providing exceptional client service. With plenty of client interaction, senior stakeholder exposure and opportunities to be at the forefront of digital innovation, this role will be well suited for somebody with excellent relationship and communication skills, an interest and passion in digital as well as a proactive and agile mindset. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Day-to-day Management: including the coordination and running of weekly status calls with clients and internal teams, managing ad-hoc requests and supporting the wider Digital Team. Client servicing: building trusted relationships with Kellanova and providing excellent client service. Digital Reporting and Analysis: undertaking analysis on a variety of digital data to uncover insights and recommendations for the client to drive future improvements and optimisations. Test and Learn Agenda: contributing to Kellanova's learning agenda, working closely with teams to identify and implement test opportunities, sharing back with the client any learnings. Measurement: support the digital measurement agenda on cross channel measurement. Brand Safety: uphold brand safety best practices and continually update brand safety playbook. Partner Relationships: manage key relationships with partners, orchestrating QBR / HBR sessions and ensuring they meet client requirements. Digital Inspiration & Innovation: proactively identify best practices and new solutions that are relevant and in line with Kellanova's wider business goals and ambitions. Presentations: produce and deliver presentations to clearly communicate analyses, best practices and recommendations on a variety of digital priorities and projects. PERSON SPECIFICATION Relationship Management: able to build trusted relationships across teams and levels and display strong stakeholder management. Communication: strong verbal, written and presentation skills, and able to adapt communication style dependent on audience and situation. Collaboration: this role involves working with a lot of different teams, from Planning to Activation to Client Teams. Positive engagement and collaboration will be key to unlock the best value from others. Organisation: ability to work on multiple tasks at once, effectively manage their workload and can deliver to high-quality given tight deadlines. Attention to detail: meticulous attention to detail across all outputs and invested in the quality of their output. Lateral thinking: analytical and able to think outside the box when problem-solving. Proactive: a self-starter with a passion for driving improvements and optimisations. Passionate about the industry: enthusiastic and well-informed about the digital industry, someone who has the desire to learn more and share their expertise within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. KEY EXPERIENCE 2-3+ years of media agency/advertising industry experience Understanding of the FMCG vertical within the digital advertising space Confidence in expressing and explaining digital campaign performance to peers and clients, e.g. standard media KPIs, optimisation recommendations, insights and analysis Experience with MS tools: Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook Sound understanding of key digital platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok) Awareness of programmatic planning/buying Knowledge of Google Campaign Manager, Google Analytics and DV360 is desirable. Inclusion and Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at , quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location: London Brand: Carat Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description: About the Company: Dentsu and Santander are partnering to drive growth and prosperity by helping Small and Mid-sized Businesses to access International Trade through a world-first, global platform and ecosystem of expertise, insight and connections. This role is an important member of the team behind our platform's launch and global success. About the Role We are seeking a proactive and creative Social Media Manager based in London, UK, to manage and grow our global brand presence across social platforms. This role will oversee content planning, publishing, community engagement, and social performance reporting, while collaborating with internal teams, stakeholders and partners to deliver a best-in-class social strategy aligned with our broader go-to-market plans. The Social Media Manager will support the Social Media Strategist, reporting to the Head of Global Communications and PR. Key Duties & Responsibilities Social Media Calendar: Manage and maintain the social media calendar of activities, ensuring alignment with GTM Social Strategy. Content Planning & Publishing: Oversee day-to-day planning, writing, creation, scheduling, and publishing of content across required platforms (LinkedIn, Meta, YouTube, WhatsApp). And support with strategic content briefing. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with PR, marketing, events, and creative teams within the GTM team to keep the calendar updated and ensure timely asset delivery. Platform Optimization: Upload and manage content effectively, leveraging all platform features (e.g. tagging, SEO, native formats). Performance Reporting: Develop and circulate weekly reports on organic performance, sharing insights on creative, messaging, and audience engagement. Community Engagement: Manage online community by monitoring conversations, responding to comments, and fostering positive interactions. Brand Monitoring and Social Listening: Track brand mentions and relevant content trends, plus competitor activity, and include findings in weekly, actionable reports. Stakeholder & Partner Support: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners on their social strategies and content. Best Practice Governance: Promote and embed social media best practices across teams. Social Listening & Competitive Analysis: Monitor competitor activity and social trends to identify opportunities and inform strategy. Experience & Skills Experience: Typically, a minimum of 3 years of experience in B2B social media management, lead generation, and networking within a business development environment. Relevant certifications in Social Media Marketing or Digital Marketing are a plus. Social Media Expertise: Deep knowledge of LinkedIn, and other business-focused social media platforms and tools. Experience using these platforms for networking, lead generation, and driving business results. Lead Generation and Growth Focus: Proven track record in generating leads, building relationships, and driving business growth through social media platforms. Content Creation & Communication: Strong content creation and communication skills, with the ability to create compelling messages that resonate with B2B audiences. Project Management: Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities, capable of managing multiple campaigns and initiatives at once. Analytical Skills: Strong data-driven mindset, with the ability to measure success and pivot strategies based on insights. Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and an eagerness to actively engage with key stakeholders on social platforms. Why Join Us? This role is a unique opportunity to shape how our global brand shows up in market. You'll be at the forefront of our social storytelling, nurturing our community of ambitious businesses, and turning insights into action to strengthen our digital presence. What We Offer This is a permanent role The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements. As well as a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs. Inclusion & Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at , quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location: London Brand: Merkle Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

Job Description: Introduction Dentsu is the network designed for what's next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. Purpose of the Role This strategic leadership role is central to the evolution of dentsu's media product ecosystem. The Chief Product Solutions Architect will define and drive the architecture of AI-enabled platforms and tools, ensuring they are scalable, innovative, and aligned with dentsu's global vision. This role bridges business ambition with technical execution, influencing both regional and global outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Architectural Leadership You will lead the design and definition of dentsu's media products, ensuring they are future-ready and built for scale. Define the architecture for media platforms including CMS, ad-tech, analytics, and audience engagement tools. Lead the dentsu connect narrative for media, in partnership with the D&T department. Champion AI-first product innovation and prototyping for global pitches and client engagements. Ensure architectural integrity across scalability, security, and maintainability. Strategic Alignment You will translate business goals into actionable product architecture and contribute to long-term strategic planning. Align product architecture with dentsu's media roadmap and global objectives. Identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in the media technology space. Evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks to enhance product capabilities. Cross-Functional Collaboration You will work across disciplines to ensure seamless integration of product architecture into business and delivery processes. Partner with Product Managers, Engineering, UX/UI, Data Science, and Client Teams. Represent dentsu in client-facing engagements, articulating product vision and technical strategy. Facilitate workshops and technical discussions to drive consensus and clarity. Governance and Standards You will establish and uphold architectural standards that ensure quality and consistency across all media products. Define governance principles and best practices for product architecture. Promote high standards in code quality, testability, and deployment efficiency. Stay ahead of industry trends and media technology evolution. Qualifications and Experience: Leadership and Industry Expertise You bring deep experience in product architecture and a strong understanding of the media and advertising landscape. Proven leadership in product architecture or engineering within media, advertising, or digital content sectors. Experience influencing product strategy and innovation at a global level. Strong executive presence and ability to engage with senior stakeholders. Technical and Strategic Acumen You combine technical depth with strategic thinking to drive impactful product decisions. Track record of delivering complex, scalable product ecosystems. Familiarity with AI/ML integration and cloud-native architecture. Understanding of media agency operations and advertising workflows. Education and Preferred Credentials Your academic and professional background supports your ability to lead at the highest level. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Preferred: Certifications in cloud architecture (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect). Experience with media-specific technologies such as Ad Servers, DSPs, CDPs, and content syndication platforms. Location: London Brand: Global Media Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent

This role will be responsible for defining, leading and scaling Next Generation video across the international business of dentsu Media and will report into the Head of Commercial Solutions with a dotted line into the Chief Performance Officer. Job Description: Amplifi is dentsu's media investment and innovation platform, supporting our agencies and clients with the tools and expertise to drive smarter media decisions. We work closely with publishers, media companies, and tech partners to evolve how we engage with the supply side of the industry. Role Purpose The Global Head of Next Gen Platforms & Activation role will be responsible for defining, leading and scaling Next Generation video across the international business of dentsu Media and will report into the Head of Commercial Solutions with a dotted line into the Chief Performance Officer. This role will be part of Amplifi which is the supply-side platform for dentsu focusing on partnerships, commercial, innovation and the media investment for dentsu's clients. This will enable the role to benefit from the consolidated investment management teams including the digital hub infrastructure, solutions and sales enablement, media trading, media partnerships teams and much more. We're looking for someone to build out and future proof our video proposition to clients. Video media continues to disrupt and deliver innovation at a fast pace. We are seeking a candidate that's able to understand the adtech ecosystems, video supply networks and client expectations to deliver the optimal technical solution, business commercial success and client success. The candidate will have c. 10-15 years' professional experience within the media and advertising industry, with market leading knowledge of the connected TV and video planning buying, solutions, operations and commercialisation processes within the industry and more broadly. This role will be very 'hands-on' - the candidate will be required to have excellent knowledge of the adtech infrastructure and commercial understanding of different supply networks. Internal and external focus will be required with investment, supply and demand side engagement. Key stakeholder management will be applied to all elements of the role. There will be a requirement to travel internationally to local market teams (as appropriate) to achieve success in this role. Key Responsibilities Proposition Develop and collaborate with international markets on the Next Generation video narrative: a future focussed strategy that accelerates dentsu's video capabilities. The strategy should enable dentsu to win with clients while delivering commercial success. Build and foster a community of local video leads to develop and share the latest iterations, driving a culture of innovation, inspiration, consistency & continual improvement, and to drive uptake of new solutions. Develop deep partnerships with global partnership & commercial teams, global digital & planning leads, major local markets to continually develop and improve the Next Gen narrative across video. Capabilities & Partnerships Promote our video capabilities and strategy within our partners. Review our existing video partnerships, and work with our partnerships and commercial teams to accelerate our strategy Work with partners to scale a market leading video planning and / or activation tool with existing or new partners. Work with wider Global Next Gen Leadership team, Partnership Team Partners, Activation Hubs, Local Digital teams to develop a programme of Innovation & Incubation for video. Regularly review and optimise every aspect of our Next Generation Video offering, identifying gaps and opportunities, collaborating on solutions. Thought Leadership Work with our brand strategy leads to develop thought leadership that boosts dentsu's reputation in the industry around video. Drive research and thought leadership on video forward within the network and externally. Work with Marketing to input into the global digital thought leadership agenda, taking charge of agenda setting, content curation, and dissemination for content concerning video. Engage in external presentations to articulate a distinct perspective on major digital matters, fostering a clear understanding of our position as a network. New Business & Clients Work with Global Pitch, Client & Digital/Performance Leads to tailor the Next Gen Video narrative to each of our major pitches. Support global & EMEA digital pitches and ensure that the correct activation teams are proposed and deployed on the pitch and Next Gen is articulated to maximum effect. Act as the Video Lead on Global and EMEA pitches partnering Global Digital/Performance Lead and leading local market channel teams throughout pitch process Talent & Training Identify digital talent, retain and recruit to ensure our position as a market leading digital first holding company in media is maintained. Provide a clear and exciting career growth path for our performance talent and create the environment for connected, innovative thinking Curation of a global training programme to develop craft skills globally in association with the Chief Strategy and Consultation Officer as part of "Project K (Karafuto)". What you bring Excellent understanding of (digital) marketing & media strategy with expert knowledge of video Ability to work at the highest level with credibility and influence up to and above CMO level. Strong Leadership across multiple stakeholders, ability to manage within a matrix structure A strategic thinker, that delivers. Sees the big picture but can articulate the all-important detail. Excellent ability to story-tell and simplify digital complexity to help influence stakeholders Proven ability to effectively communicate strategic & innovative ideas with clarity and simplicity Connections with core video partners, platforms & technology An ability to see and demonstrate the future landscape of digital video Knowledge of CXM and Creative and how they can work seamlessly with media Experience delivering digital transformation projects. Ability to write & present strategic documents and cases to diverse audiences. Able to translate strategic goals into operational and commercial opportunities Ability to bring multiple parts of the business together to deliver exceptional solutions. Strong team management and communication skills. Successful New Business experience Comfortable working in a global organisation working closely with global & local markets Able to travel or communicate remotely depending on the task Able to provide growth through commercial opportunities and turn them into reality. Comfortable as a leader within the business and wider industry Strong numeracy, negotiation, problem solving and communication skills Proven leadership skills and ability to interact with people at all levels of an organization Fosters strong cross-functional teamwork and results Able to influence and persuade at a senior level Strong presentation skills, written and oral communication A few of the benefits You'll have a great compensation package, private health & dental insurance, corporate discounts and career development through Dentsu University, and free access to LinkedIn learning 29+ days of annual leave (25 days of regular holidays, birthdays off and 3 additional wellness days) pro rata We also offer the opportunity to volunteer for up to 2 days per year and tend to close down the agency between Christmas and New Years You'll have a hybrid working schedule, with flexible start/end hours Inclusion and Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at , quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location: London Brand: Global Amplifi Time Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent