Planning Manager

About the company

Publicis Groupe is now the largest communications group in the world, operating across creativity, media, data, and technology to support business transformation in a platform-driven world. Through The Power of One, we bring together expertise across markets and disciplines, enabling teams to work as one connected platform and deliver impact at scale.

With nearly 100 years of heritage, Publicis Groupe is entering its second century, driven by a spirit of resilience that has shaped every transformation along the way.

About the role

We're looking for a strategic and insight-driven Planning Manager to maintain client relationships and deliver strategic media campaigns. You will play a key role in developing planning recommendations across traditional and digital channels, working closely with clients, internal teams, and partners to translate business objectives into effective media solutions.

We're seeking a proactive individual with solid media agency experience who can manage multiple workstreams, contribute confidently to client discussions, and support the development of a junior team in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

Client & Communication Support

• Support day-to-day client communication, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timely responses
• Contribute to client presentations by developing clear planning narratives and data-backed recommendations
• Build trust with clients through consistent delivery and attention to detail

Media Planning & Strategy

• Develop media plans across traditional and digital channels under the guidance of senior team members
• Translate audience insights, performance data, and market trends into practical planning recommendations
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure planning intent is aligned with execution

Campaign Delivery & Optimization

• Support campaign delivery by coordinating planning inputs, tracking requirements, and optimization recommendations
• Ensure campaigns follow agreed best practices in tracking, reporting, and performance measurement

Team Collaboration

• Support and guide junior planners on planning tasks and daily deliverables
• Collaborate effectively within the team to manage workloads and meet deadlines

Media Partner Coordination

• Work with media partners and vendors to gather planning inputs, proposals, and value-added opportunities
• Support vendor coordination to ensure plans are delivered accurately and efficiently

Qualifications

• 46 years of experience in a media agency environment
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address client challenges with tailored solutions
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate insights and strategies clearly and persuasively
• Experience in managing media vendor relationships with a collaborative and results-driven approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a focus on delivering measurable results
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members is an advantage

Ready to take the next step with Publicis Groupe

Apply now via LinkedIn by clicking Apply.

We review applications on a rolling basis, so early submissions are strongly encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.