Digital Planning Director

  • We Are Aspire
  • Nov 26, 2025
Full time Advert / Media / Entertainment

Job Description

Looking to join an independent, data-driven media agency that is known for helping brands grow through smart, performance-led marketing? Built for today's digital-first world, the business specialises in delivering measurable results through multi-channel performance strategies, working with clients across diverse sectors and markets.

As the Digital Planning Account Director, you will lead strategy, planning and delivery across multiple performance-focused accounts, ensuring campaigns are clear, effective and aligned to growth goals.

The Role:

  • Lead strategic digital planning and performance marketing activity across a portfolio of high-growth clients
  • Oversee multiple accounts, ensuring consistency in delivery, communication and campaign quality
  • Shape digital growth strategies using platform insights and work closely with analytics partners to refine performance
  • Guide and mentor, a team of planners, providing coaching, feedback and developmental support
  • Build strong client relationships, acting as a senior strategic partner and trusted advisor
  • Own pitch deck creation and support new business efforts with clear, insight-led storytelling
  • Ensure smooth internal operations, prioritisation and workflow management across your team
  • Contribute to multi-market campaign delivery across channels, including search, social and programmatic

The Candidate:

  • 6 plus years' experience in digital planning, preferably from an agency environment
  • Strong background in media planning and digital performance strategy
  • Experience working across multiple performance channels (search, social, programmatic)
  • Confident in translating data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
  • Skilled at leading senior client conversations, including in high-pressure scenarios
  • Proven line-management experience with the ability to inspire, motivate and hold teams accountable
  • Exceptionally organised with strong project management skills across multiple stakeholders

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer