Zenith
Programmatic Director - 12 Month FTC
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The ROI Agency
We are the ROI agency, a position we proudly uphold since 2005. Our 6,000+ specialists across 95 markets deliver unrivalled expertise in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the core of every challenge. From solving complex business needs to driving growth, we focus on return on investment, imagination, and integrated experiences—enabling top-line growth for clients, careers, and culture.
Our approach has evolved, merging the precision of media planning and reporting with a visionary thrust: Return on Imagination and Growth. We craft integrated campaigns using proprietary tools and data, spanning from analytics and technology to performance marketing, content, and trading excellence. Root our strategies in insightful intersections of consumer, category, and brand, ensuring every budget translates into efined business outcomes.
Driven by innovation—leveraging proprietary tools, cutting-edge data, and 30+ years of media inspiration—we go beyond traditional media solutions. At Zenith, we deliver a forward-thinking, accountable ROI that resonates with tomorrow’s challenges.
Our transformational work powers growth for legendary brands like Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok, and Verizon.
Programmatic Director (FTC, 12 Month)
About the Role
Zenith seeks a Programmatic Director for a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC), leading world-class programmatic strategy for leading clients, including HP, Electrolux, ELIDA, Eli Lilly, and Lulu Lemon. This is a senior hands-on role where you’ll:
- Shape and deliver full-funnel programmatic strategies (across display, video, YouTube, DCO, and high-impact formats).
- Exceed client expectations while managing international teams with agility and expertise.
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Ideal for those who thrive in complexity maps it into strategy, drives data-driven creativity, and champions collaboration—while turning programmatic challenges into actionable growth opportunities. Apply if you’re passionate about clarity + impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic and tactical execution of programmatic campaigns spanning display, video, YouTube, DCO, and premium formats—ensuring focused brand and performance delivery.
- Oversee end-to-end optimisation with strict attention to:
- Media quality and brand safety protocols
- Tag management and technical integration
- QA and performance accountability
- Serve as a trusted programmatic advisor to clients, translating results into strategic narrative and growth opportunities.
- Collaborate across teams (planning, search, and social) to maintain progressive efficiency and maximise ROI at every stage.
- Take ownership of financial integrity:
- Forecasting, budget forecasting, and PO management
- Budget tracking and scenario forecasting
- Mentor and grow a team of five specialists, fostering development, clarity, and autonomy.
- Drive continuous improvements by:
- Evolution of workflows
- Best-practice sharing and cross-team innovation
Qualifications
A dynamic leader in programmatic with a proven track-record in, or strong affinity with:
- Media agency expertise (or equivalent ecosystem experience)
- A deepened knowledge of programmatic tooling (DSPs, SSPs, data platforms, measurement frameworks).
- Ability to rewardingly translate strategy into technical activation with measurable impact.
- Proven experience leading teams—minimizing risk and championing collaborative leadership.
- Capacity to prioritize across complex priorities, managing attention to detail at scale.
- Analytical mindset with a collaborative approach to problem-solving, optimisation, and industry shifts.
- Authentic, clear communication skills (internal, external, and cross-functional trust-building).
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Offering
Zenith UK provides unique benefits including:
- Core benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical Insurance
- Enhanced benefits: Reflection Days, Shared Parental Leave
- Add-ons: Mentorship & mentoring programs, sporting initiatives, and wellness support
Publicis Groupe operates four days per week, predominantly office-based at trustworthy client premises or agency offices.
Zenith UK is an equality-led organisation. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Commitment to diversity is fulfilled across race, ethnicity, gender identity, disability, age and much more.
We are committed to an accessible recruitment process. Should you need adjustments (for disability, neurodiversity, or health conditions), please advise us. Your assurance will never impact your application.
Roots of the culture are built on our five core values: Listen with empathy | Uplift each other | Take responsibility | Embrace change | Be genuine. We welcome everyone to contribute to a culture where trust, purposeful inclusion, and impact thrive.
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