Media Planning Specialist – Up to £45k

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Direct Marketing
  • Industry

    Broadcasting, Music & Film
  • Pay

    £45,000 DOE

Media Planning Specialist – Up to £45k - London - Hybrid

Your new company

You’ll be joining a bold, fast‑growing creative marketing agency known for its big ideas, collaborative culture, and “no two days the same” energy. This is a place where brainstorming sessions happen over great coffee, campaign concepts are sparked by genuine creativity, and the team celebrates both wins and weird ideas that turn into something brilliant. Working with a mix of household names, challenger brands, and trend‑setting start‑ups, the agency prides itself on delivering campaigns that are clever, culturally relevant, and impossible to ignore. If you love a buzzing studio atmosphere, passionate colleagues, and a team that genuinely enjoys what they do, you’ll feel right at home here.

Your new role

As Media Planning Manager, you will take ownership of planning, forecasting, and optimising multi‑channel media campaigns across digital, social, OOH, TV and more. This is a strategic and hands‑on role, working closely with creatives, analysts, and external partners to ensure every campaign lands with maximum impact.

You will:
  • Lead the end‑to‑end planning process for major campaigns
  • Analyse audience and performance data to shape strategy
  • Manage budgets, pacing, allocation and post‑campaign insights
  • Collaborate with creative, marketing and account teams
  • Present recommendations to senior stakeholders and clients
  • Stay ahead of platform and industry trends to spark fresh ideas

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience in media planning within an agency or in‑house
  • Strong understanding of digital and offline channels
  • Confidence working with data, insights and planning tools
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple campaigns in a fast‑paced environment
  • A proactive, detail‑driven and collaborative mindset

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working
  • Opportunity to work with high‑profile global brands
  • Clear progression pathways and ongoing professional development
  • A creative, supportive and forward‑thinking culture

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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