Business Director

Company Description Who We Are in the UK? Spark Foundry, the Acceleration Agency. We help brands to identify, learn and respond to opportunities faster than the competition. Every client has an area of their business they need to accelerate, from short-term goals to long-term transformation. We’ve proven our approach during the most difficult year on record. Now we’re using it to provide a launchpad for their future. Come be an accelerator with us. How we accelerate Planning: an approach that works in practice rather than theory, arming planners with the ability to create cutting edge campaigns Intelligence: a suite of tools that give definitive answers to big questions, and uncovers actionable insights about real people Trading: a model built on flexibility and trusted relationships, underpinned with bold guarantees Relationships: a culture of asking challenging questions to better understand the brief – we are not a ‘yes’ agency People: a strong history of recruiting talent from diverse backgrounds and accelerating their careers Our Commitment We are diverse though our experience, people and the clients we look after - and we celebrate that diversity. Our people hold us accountable to our beliefs and via regular surveys and our grass roots D&I team, The Collective, and internal next generation board, Firestarters, we hold regular events and work continually towards generating ideas, initiatives and educating our people to ensure we are a diverse and inclusive agency. As part of our dedication to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, Spark Foundry is committed to equal access to opportunity for people without regard to race, age, sex, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Overview We are hiring a Planning Business Director to help shape ambitious, integrated media strategies for globally recognised brands including Signet and Abbott. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead performance planning that drives measurable growth while working at the heart of Spark Foundry’s collaborative, forward-thinking team. You’ll play a pivotal role in connecting data, insight and creativity to deliver impactful campaigns across multiple channels. If you’re motivated by turning complex challenges into clear, effective plans — this is your space to thrive. What you’ll be doing: Lead the development of integrated, cross-channel media strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes Act as the day-to-day senior client partner, building strong, trusted relationships and guiding strategic direction Translate campaign goals into clear briefs and actionable plans across digital and offline channels Analyse performance data to uncover insights, optimise media investment and drive continuous improvement Collaborate with channel specialists to ensure campaigns are delivered effectively and aligned to strategy Present campaign performance, insights and recommendations confidently in client-facing sessions Support and guide team members, creating a collaborative environment that encourages growth and high-quality work Skills we’re looking for: Strong experience in performance planning or digital media strategy across multiple channels Confidence working with data and insights to inform decisions and identify growth opportunities Ability to build meaningful client relationships and communicate complex ideas clearly Experience leading projects or teams, with a focus on collaboration and support Understanding of how different media channels contribute to overall business performance Organised and able to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment Curious mindset with a passion for learning, innovation and continuous improvement Additional Information Spark Foundry offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including: 📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups). Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week. At Spark Foundry, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application. Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included. #LI-KE1