Global Programmatic Director: Strategy & Growth

Assembly Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Assembly is seeking a Programmatic Account Director to lead strategic programmatic and display initiatives for top international retail brands. You will define programmatic strategy, develop new client relationships, and oversee activation across multiple channels.

Join a collaborative team with global reach, responsible for delivering growth, optimizing campaigns, and mentoring the display traders. A strong background in programmatic trading and cross-channel activity is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have senior client handling experience and strong relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for internal and publisher relations.
• Deep knowledge of the programmatic landscape and trading experience.
• Proven ability to plan and execute programmatic campaigns across platforms.
• Experience with other digital channels (PPC, SEO) is beneficial.
• Track record delivering best-in-class digital campaigns; awards are a plus.
• International market management experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior point of contact for programmatic across a portfolio of clients, managing escalations.
• Line management and mentoring of the display team in programmatic planning.
• Define programmatic frameworks with ADs, AMs, and Planners to hit KPIs and business objectives.
• Oversee delivery, optimisation and reporting of programmatic campaigns.
• Collaborate with Head of Display and Sales to develop pitches for growing global programmatic services.
• Cross-sell display to existing client base with Business Directors to identify opportunities.
• Nurture publisher and ad tech partner relationships and stay ahead of industry trends.

Skills

Senior client handling

Communication

Programmatic landscape

Programmatic trading

Digital marketing across channels

Campaign delivery

International management (advantageous

Job description

Assembly is seeking a Programmatic Account Director to lead strategic programmatic and display initiatives for top international retail brands. You will define programmatic strategy, develop new client relationships, and oversee activation across multiple channels.

Join a collaborative team with global reach, responsible for delivering growth, optimizing campaigns, and mentoring the display traders. A strong background in programmatic trading and cross-channel activity is essential.