About us Initiative unlocks business growth for the world's most ambitious brands. We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand's entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different. Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it's creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability. Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000 strong talent across 90 markets feel seen, heard, and valued. The role: The purpose of the Investment Manager is to bring ideas and plans to life and ensure their delivery against strategic and communication objectives. This role sits across 2 clients in retail and alcohol beverages. The key responsibilities are to manage the implementation, planning and buying process for the client, assist the Director with the management of the Investment team and identify new and non-traditional partnership opportunities. This role is highly collaborative with Strategy, Communications Design and Client Advice & Management, and develops strong client-facing relationships What will your day look like? Work with the Client stakeholders to ensure alignment with and delivery against client KPI's including media partner selection, tracking performance. Implementation planning of campaigns delivering on the communication and investment objectives for the client. Communicate client and product progress effectively to the team and craft leads. Prepare POVs for targeted opportunities on an on-going basis for clients to further drive their business. Contribute to the ideation process with Communications Design, to develop integrated partnerships solutions through media implementation planning and remain true to the strategic direction. Recommend appropriate media partners with accompanying rationale, implementation ideas, budget, goals and success measures Oversee budget control of approved media campaigns, and the delivery of campaign measurement to accomplish broader communication and marketing objectives What will you bring? Proven media agency planning and buying experience, with experience planning and buying across all channels Strong client management and people management skills, with proven experience of managing a team. The ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects, meeting tight deadlines under pressure, and contributing creatively to the ideation process. The Perks We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits: Flexi–leave Early finish Fridays Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs Paid time off for Volunteering Generous Parental Leave & Pay Employee Assistance Programme * Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more! If you think this role is a good fit for you please apply now! We value unique backgrounds and experiences to encourage and celebrate diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQ, people of all ages, people with disabilities, and people who are culturally and linguistically diverse are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
