Head of Digital Revenue & Delivery

ARE MEDIA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Additional paid leave (birthday, four‑

Volunteer leave

Paid parental leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing program

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Are Media is seeking a commercially driven, technically fluent Head of Digital Revenue & Delivery to accelerate digital revenue growth and maximise the value of audiences and inventory across its iconic Australian brands. This role blends server-room technical fluency with sales-driven leadership to inspire and enable the Sales teams.

You will lead a team of specialists, shape the digital advertising offering, and partner with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities and drive growth.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial leadership experience in digital media, advertising or a related environment.
• Deep digital advertising expertise, particularly across programmatic, audience monetisation, pricing and inventory management.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate data into revenue opportunities.
• Engaging, collaborative leadership style with experience building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive digital revenue growth across direct, programmatic and audience-based advertising.
• Lead programmatic and data monetisation initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Champion digital sales capability and adoption with Sales leadership.
• Lead digital campaign delivery with a focus on operational excellence and client outcomes.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Digital advertising

Strategic thinking

Leadership & development

Job description

Who are we?

Our portfolio includes some of Australia’s most iconic and trusted brands, including The Australian Women’s Weekly, ELLE, marie claire, New Idea, Australian House & Garden, Bounty Parents, Better Homes & Gardens and more!

We are Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women! Every day we inform, inspire and connect with 9 in 10 Australian women through magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, vodcasts, events and experiences.

What we can offer you

• We welcome the opportunity to explore flexible work options where appropriate, depending on the needs of the business.

• Additional paid leave, including a day off to celebrate your birthday, four days of volunteer leave each year, and inclusive leave provisions supporting reproductive, hormonal and wellbeing needs, as well as First Nations cultural and ceremonial commitments.

• Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks, plus a parenting gift pack, meal vouchers and return-to-work support.

• Opportunities to grow and develop, with access to tailored learning pathways, mentoring, Lunch & Learns, our Digital Learning Academy and professional development support.

• A comprehensive wellbeing program including EAP, Mental Health First Aiders, and a personalised online wellbeing portal with assessments, resources and lifestyle plans.

• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including Fitness Passport memberships, discounted health insurance, beauty services, technology and a range of lifestyle offers through our benefits partner Flare.

• A genuinely inclusive culture, supported through our BELONG @ Are program, where everyone is welcomed, valued and empowered to be their authentic selves.

The role

Drive digital revenue growth and unlock the full commercial potential of some of Australia's most recognised media brands!

We're looking for a commercially driven, technically fluent digital advertising leader to join Are Media as our Head of Digital Revenue & Delivery. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for accelerating digital revenue growth, maximising the value of our audiences and advertising inventory, and ensuring exceptional campaign delivery.

Equally comfortable in the server room and the sales room, you'll bring deep expertise across AdTech, data, identity, programmatic and monetisation, with the ability to translate complex technical conversations into compelling commercial strategies that inspire and enable Sales teams. You'll also be highly connected in market, with strong relationships across media agencies, trading teams and digital specialists, giving you the insights and influence to identify emerging opportunities and accelerate growth.

Leading a team of specialists and partnering with leaders across the business, you'll play a key role in strengthening Are Media's digital advertising offering and shaping the next phase of our digital commercial growth.

What you’ll be doing

• Drive digital revenue growth across direct, programmatic and audience-based advertising, leading commercial performance, pricing strategy, inventory management and yield optimisation to maximise revenue opportunities.

• Lead programmatic and data monetisation, identifying new revenue opportunities and partnering with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, scalable advertising solutions that deliver value for clients.

• Champion digital sales capability and adoption, working closely with Sales leadership to strengthen digital expertise, increase product adoption and improve pipeline conversion and commercial outcomes.

• Lead digital campaign delivery and operational excellence, developing a high-performing team, optimising processes and ensuring seamless execution, strong client outcomes and continuous improvement.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Proven commercial leadership experience in digital media, advertising or a related environment, with a strong track record of driving digital revenue growth and delivering commercial results.

• Deep digital advertising expertise, particularly across programmatic, audience monetisation, pricing, inventory management and yield optimisation, with the ability to identify and capitalise on emerging opportunities.

• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate data and insights into revenue opportunities, influence stakeholders and build digital capability across Sales teams.

• An engaging and collaborative leadership style, with experience developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence and building strong relationships across commercial, technology and operational functions.

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful,collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone, and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

If you would like to know more, please contact our People & Culture Team – [e-mail]