Business Manager | Media Planning

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Join our award-winning team in our newly renovated Auckland officeAbout usdentsu Aotearoa is a uniquely kiwi business raised in New Zealand and born in Japan.

We're a world class, award-winning agency that prides itself on creating experiences that impact society and challenge the way we think.

We are more than an agency, we're a catalyst for innovation.

We understand our purpose in society is to create meaningful impact through technology and data, and to craft human experiences through our dentsu Creative, dentsu Media and Merkle brands.At dentsu Aotearoa we are approximately 250 strong across Auckland and Wellington.

We are part of a global network of over 70,000 craft experts across 145 countries, with our global dentsu Group HQ in Tokyo, Japan.

When you join us, you are becoming part of one team.

One team with diverse talents and a shared ambition to innovate the way brands are built.

One team that collaborates across disciplines and boundaries.

One team that wants to innovate with a purpose.What your role and typical day might look likeIn this role you play an active role in planning and executing media campaigns end to end.

This includes supporting and mentoring a team of juniors, taking ownership of the administrative needs of the team, overseeing the execution with suppliers and monitoring media campaigns.

In addition, you also play a lead role with day-to-day communication with the client teams (e.g. Marketing Managers) to align briefs and report back on progress.While this role leans toward traditional / offline media, your digital expertise will help shape integrated, future-ready campaigns.

You'll be deeply connected to every part of the strategy, collaborating across teams and managing stakeholders with confidence.This might includeStay ahead of media trends, technologies, and innovations across the industries in your client portfolioLead day-to-day client communications and oversee end-to-end campaign executionManage WIPs, timelines, and agency partner relationshipsEnsure delivery of performance metrics and campaign reportingContribute to media planning and strategy with client insightsSupport award submissions and new business pitchesMentor and manage junior team membersSupport efforts across recruitment, training, and performance reviewsCollaborate closely with media execution teams to manage client expectations and ensure timely, high-quality deliveryPartner with Business Directors and Client Partners to identify and capture award-worthy workA bit about youAt least 3 years' experience working within a Media Agency or similar environmentUnderstanding of media planning, buying and strategy, ideally within New ZealandExperience with media platforms such as Pegasus, TVMap, Roy Morgan and NielsenStrong communication and stakeholder relationship management skills with the ability to present ideas and solutions to clients and internal stakeholders.Effective organisation skills and time managementAbility to manage a small team of people and work collaborativelyExcellent negotiation and client service skillsA proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environmentBe a champion of meaningful progressAt dentsu Aotearoa, our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole 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're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.Next StepsTo join us at dentsu Aotearoa register your interest to our dentsu careers page.Please note, we are only able to consider applicants who possess (or are in process of obtaining) working rights for New Zealand.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAdvertising and MarketingIndustriesAdvertising Services and Marketing ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at dentsu Aotearoa by 2xGet notified about new Media Planner jobs in Auckland, New Zealand.Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoSenior Activation Planner - Digital MediaAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 5 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 day agoBlack Foils Social Media Channel ManagerAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 3 weeks agoDigital Account Manager - APAC's Highest Rated Digital Agency!

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