Strategic Planning Manager – Media & Growth

Starcom Australia

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Starcom Australia is seeking a Planning Manager to lead cross-channel media planning for a globally recognized premium brand. You will develop and drive implementation planning across all channels and the funnel, turning insights into impactful communications.

The role emphasizes curious, collaborative thinking and strategic delivery, with opportunities to mentor junior staff. You’ll partner with strategy, activation and specialist teams to ensure plans are rigorous, commercially grounded, and

Qualifications

Solid communications and cross-channel planning experience in a media agency.
Integrated thinking to connect strategy with channels and outcomes.
Strong client service skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

Own the planning craft across campaigns, translating briefs into channel plans.
Manage integrated media recommendations across traditional and digital channels.
Introduce fresh thinking and challenge the obvious to stay ahead of the market.
Ensure strategy translates into brilliant delivery through collaboration with strategy, activation and specialist teams.
Build trusted client relationships and present recommendations confidently.
Champion planning quality with rigour and attention to detail.
Monitor budgets, timelines and delivery for campaigns.
Support and develop junior team members and foster knowledge sharing.
Make meaningful contributions that elevate the account beyond the status quo.