Programmatic Account Director

Overview

In this role you will lead the strategic direction and growth of programmatic activity for a high-profile international client portfolio. You’ll partner with senior stakeholders, shaping data-led campaigns and advancing our programmatic product. You will drive multi-channel delivery and operational excellence while developing a high-performing team. This is a chance to influence growth, innovation, and measurable value across Europe within a leading Publicis Media network.

Pay / Benefits

• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical cover
• Reflection Days
• Shared Parental Leave

Responsibilities

• Define strategic direction for programmatic across multiple client accounts, aligning media with business goals
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, building consultative relationships internally and externally
• Drive efficiency and consistency in planning, activation, optimization, and financial processes
• Oversee complex, multi-channel campaigns across display, video, CTV, and BVOD
• Foster innovation through testing, learning, and new product development (data-led and privacy-first)
• Manage and develop a team of programmatic specialists, creating a high-performing environment
• Contribute to new business opportunities and award submissions to showcase team impact

Key requirements

• Strong experience in programmatic media within a digital agency or vendor environment
• Deep understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem (DSPs, SSPs, ad serving)
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams and support inclusive practices
• Experience advising clients and translating objectives into programmatic strategies
• Commercial mindset with ability to identify and drive revenue growth opportunities
• Confidence working across multiple stakeholders in international client environments
• Interest in automation, data solutions, and evolving measurement approaches

• leadership
• consultative communication
• stakeholder management
• programmatic media expertise
• DSPs and SSPs knowledge
• ad serving understanding

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