Planning Manager

Omnicom Media Group UK (OMG); City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency in the UK is seeking a Planning Manager to expand their team. This role involves strategic media planning across multiple brands, coaching junior team members, and ensuring high standards in deliverables. The ideal candidate will possess strong client relationship management abilities and a commercial mindset. This position offers an opportunity to work with well-known brands and contribute to innovative media campaigns, fostering career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coach junior team members.
• Experience with cross-agency integration.
• Background in managing day-to-day client communications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards in media planning.
• Lead and drive positive change in media.
• Ensure smooth operations and shared insights.

Skills

Strategic media planning expertise

Strong understanding of client business needs

Commercial mindset

Relationship building

Proactive mindset

Job description

Planning Manager

We are looking to expand our team with the hiring of a Planning Manager. Planning is a huge part of PHD's DNA so come and learn from some of the best minds in media! You'll be working on 3 amazing brands in different categories: The Guardian (PHD UK's founding client), KP Snacks, a new win for PHD UK which has some brilliant brands including Hula Hoops, Pop Chips and McCoys and finally, a global client, HSBC with a focus on the acquisition side of the business, integrating into broader campaigns. This is a chance to really flex your knowledge across verticals but equally an excellent opportunity for cross learning and growth.

As Planning Manager, you'll also play a key role in coaching junior team members, contributing to cross-agency integration, and maintaining high standards in everything you deliver. You'll bring strategic media planning expertise, a strong understanding of client business needs, and a commercial mindset to ensure campaigns are both effective and profitable. At PHD, you'll have the freedom to challenge the norm, contribute to award-winning work, and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

This role is perfect for someone ready to lead and drive positive change in media. You'll be a natural relationship builder, confident managing day-to-day client communications, and passionate about delivering high-quality work. You'll work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure run smoothly, expectations are met, and insights are shared. curiosity and proactive mindset will help shape strategic thinking and foster collaboration across departments.