Planning & Trading Executive

Company Description

Delivering Smarter, Faster, Accountable Media We exist to grow our clients businesses through Smarter, Faster, Accountable media services.

Smarter:

We use our clients’ data to drive growth.

Faster:

We have media, data and creative production under one roof to deliver an agile advantage.

Accountable:

We demand that we are accountable to our clients’ business growth.

Born as a specialist performance media agency, we apply a performance mindset to a full range of integrated marketing solutions, from media to creative, data and technology. Our mission is to grow our clients’ revenue through regression‑based media planning complemented with human insight to help determine the optimal balance between brand and performance media

Overview

ROLE PURPOSE

The purpose of the Planning & Trading Executive role is to support the planning, implementation and delivery of media campaigns, ensuring activity is executed accurately, efficiently and aligned to client objectives.

The Planning & Trading Executive is responsible for supporting campaign activation, media buying, financial administration, reporting and stakeholder management, while developing a strong understanding of the Australian media landscape.

The role works closely with Managers and the broader Planning & Trading team to deliver high-quality campaign outcomes and build strong relationships with media partners, clients and internal stakeholders.

YOUR ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Reports to: Planning & Trading Manager and Director
• Key contacts: Planning & Trading team and broader agency teams, including Performance & Programmatic

External

• Key Client contacts
• Media vendors and publishers
• Service providers/suppliers
• Industry partners

Your Key Responsibilities

IMPLEMENTATION PLANNING & TRADING

• Support the planning, management and execution of media campaigns across all relevant channels.
• Assist with day‑to‑day media trading and campaign delivery across the client portfolio.
• Support television buying, weekly tracking and reporting across reach, frequency, TARP, CPM and budget delivery.
• Assist with briefing media owners and publishers and managing campaign requirements.
• Monitor campaign delivery and proactively highlight issues, media developments and opportunities to the Manager.
• Ensure campaign activity is delivered in line with client objectives, investment strategies and agreed parameters.
• Assist with pre‑, mid‑ and post‑campaign reporting for clients.
• Support competitive market reporting and provide relevant insights to the broader team.
• Assist Managers with analysing media responses and developing cost‑effective media recommendations.
• Maintain accurate financials, budget control, invoicing and campaign documentation.
• Complete buy documentation and maintain accurate trading records.
• Support new business pitches and ad hoc projects as required.

RELATIONSHIP BUILDING

• Build positive relationships with clients, media partners and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Planning, Activation, Digital and Client teams to ensure campaigns are delivered effectively.
• Communicate with media owners and publishers regarding bookings, campaign changes and delivery requirements.
• Develop relationships with junior client contacts and media partners.

QUALITY CONTROL

• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail across campaign implementation, financials and reporting.
• Ensure campaign documentation and systems are kept accurate and up to date.
• Take pride in all work delivered and maintain a high standard of presentation and professionalism.

Qualifications

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 12–18 months' experience within a media agency or related environment.
• Preferably a university degree or higher education qualification.
• Developing understanding of the Australian media landscape.
• Developing media buying and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of offline media channels, with digital media experience advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and campaigns simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience Using The Following Industry Platforms And Tools

• BMD
• eTAM
• Roy Morgan
• EMMA
• eRAM
• Nielsen Digital / Answers
• Sizmek and/or DCM
• MOVE
• AQX Fusion

BEHAVIOURS

• Builds positive relationships with clients, media partners and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Shows initiative and a willingness to learn and develop media knowledge.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates a proactive and solutions‑focused approach.
• Communicates confidently and professionally.
• Takes ownership and accountability for delivering high‑quality work.
• Works collaboratively within a team environment.
• Demonstrates curiosity and an interest in the Australian media landscape and evolving industry trends.

Additional Information

What we can offer:

Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world's most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com.

Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering:

• A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing.
• A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach — "working your way with us."
• Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network.
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes.
• A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program.
• A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE, and Écologique committees.
• Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service.
• Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.
• Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave.
• Access to counsellors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs.
• A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life‑threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: https://workingwithcancerpledge.com/
• Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network.

If you don't tick every box in this ad, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes — so if this role resonates with you, please apply.

Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions.

Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn't be where we are today. So be you — we like it that way.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via recruitment@publicisgroupe.com; your personal information will be kept confidential.

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