Director of Measurement, Bauer Media Audio

Bauer Media Group Heinrich Bauer Verlag KG; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative media organization is seeking a Director of Measurement to pioneer a unified approach to audio measurement across multiple territories. This strategic role involves developing and implementing a cohesive measurement strategy, ensuring consistency and innovation while driving growth. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to align measurement practices and represent the company in industry forums. Join a passionate team dedicated to transforming the audio landscape and making a significant impact in the media industry.

Benefits

Internal Bauer Academy

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Company Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Subscriptions on Bauer Publications

Flexible Holidays

Group Discounts for Healthcare Insurance

Discounted High Street Vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in media measurement, especially in audio.
• Visionary mindset to unify fragmented measurement approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transformation of audio measurement strategies.
• Collaborate across teams to provide actionable insights.

Skills

Media Measurement Expertise

Analytical Skills

Cross-Functional Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Job description

Director of Measurement, Bauer Media Audio

Pioneer and shape a unified approach to audio measurement.

We are seeking a Director of Measurement to oversee the strategic planning, implementation, and optimization of audio measurement systems across all nine territories. Sitting at the heart of our newly established Risk, Responsibilities & Resilience (RRR) function, this role will define and implement a cohesive, group-wide measurement strategy, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and innovation across all nine territories.

As a strategic leader, you will work across teams and markets to align disparate measurement practices into a unified framework, equipping the business with the tools, insights, and methodologies needed to drive growth and industry leadership. You will also play a key role in representing our organization in regulatory and industry forums, shaping the future of audio and cross-media analytics.

Your Mission

1. Lead the transformation of audio measurement by developing a group-wide strategy.
2. Ensure alignment and consistency across all markets, embedding best-in-class measurement systems.
3. Drive innovation in audience and commercial measurement, integrating new tools, methodologies, and technologies.
4. Collaborate across disciplines—marketing, research, data, legal, and commercial teams—to provide actionable insights.
5. Represent the company externally, advocating for advancements in industry-wide measurement standards.

What You Bring

• Proven expertise in media measurement, particularly within audio (radio, streaming, podcasts).
• Visionary and innovative mindset, with the ability to transform fragmented approaches into a unified strategy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of audience engagement and commercial performance.
• Exceptional cross-functional leadership, influencing and guiding key stakeholders without direct people management.
• Outstanding communication and advocacy skills, simplifying complex concepts and representing the company externally.

Package Description

Rewards packages at Bauer Media offer a range of salary sacrifice benefits, such as our pension scheme and flexible holidays, as well as exclusive perks like great deals and discounts for everyday life.

• Internal Bauer Academy – Wide range of learning opportunities to support your career development.
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Company pension.
• Cycle to work scheme, tech loan scheme, and group discounts for healthcare insurance.
• Discounted subscriptions on Bauer publications (50%).
• Opportunities to contribute to our Belonging@Bauer and sustainability initiatives.
• Discounted high street vouchers.

About Octave

Octave is a company full of talented, dedicated, and creative people. We are a new, ambitious, and growing organization passionate about capturing moments, meaning, and magic to make sense of the audio world. Octave is jointly owned by Bauer Media & News Broadcasting, both leading media companies with independent local and national radio stations, including Absolute, Kiss, talkSport, Virgin Radio, etc. Along with data from News UK’s publications like The Times and The Sun, Octave offers a unique audio advertising opportunity to advertisers.

Bauer Media UK, part of Bauer Media Group, is the No.1 UK publisher and digital commercial audio broadcaster, reaching 25 million consumers through brands like Greatest Hits, KISS, Grazia, and others.

Bauer Media Group has been a successful media company for nearly 150 years, operating in 13 countries across Europe, reaching 200 million consumers. We are committed to innovation and consumer focus, celebrating diversity and inclusivity in our workplace.

What We Offer

We promise a great place to work, with pride in supporting our brands, fostering a supportive culture, and promoting inclusion through our Belonging at Bauer initiative. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work every day.

Our Mental Health at Work

We support mental health initiatives, including the “Where’s your head at?” campaign, and have trained Mental Health First Aiders across our UK locations.

Learning and Development

As a top apprenticeship employer, Bauer offers extensive learning and development opportunities through the Bauer Academy to empower career growth.

Please note: We are actively seeking this position. You should hear from us within 48 hours of the closing date. Sometimes, the role may close early or be extended.

Bauer Core Values

Passion

We love what we do—our passion inspires and unites us, driving excellence and growth.

Trust

We value honesty and integrity, empowering our people to reach their potential with agility and focus.

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