Programmatic Manager

Zenith; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical

Reflection Days

Shared Parental Leave

Job summary

Zenith International is hiring a Programmatic Manager to join our OneProgrammatic team at Performics, part of Publicis Media UK. This role combines strategic thinking, data-led decision making and team leadership to deliver best-in-class performance marketing across a diverse client portfolio.

You will lead planning, optimise campaigns, develop test-and-learn roadmaps and drive operational excellence while collaborating with media, technology, data and analytics specialists to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Experience managing and optimising programmatic campaigns across digital media environments.
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Confident in using media, technology, data and measurement solutions to solve client challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of programmatic media campaigns to meet client objectives and drive commercial outcomes.
• Develop test-and-learn roadmaps to uncover opportunities and improve performance.
• Drive operational excellence in campaign execution, process, QA and workflows.
• Analyse campaign data and provide strategic recommendations for future decisions.
• Build trusted client relationships, present results, and identify growth opportunities.
• Identify standout work and contribute to industry award submissions.
• Manage, coach and support Programmatic Executives and Senior Executives.

Skills

Programmatic campaign management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Client relationship building

Leadership & coaching

Collaboration across teams

Communication skills

Job description

Company Description

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true to since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.

Company Description

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true to since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses. Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever- complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media. Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth. Top-line growth for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people and growth for our culture. Powered by our best-in-class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading. This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes. It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best-in-class strategy, planning and the power of Publicis Groupe to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients. It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start-ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward-thinking and accountable to our clients. At Zenith, we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok and Verizon.

Overview

Programmatic Manager

We are hiring a Programmatic Manager to join our OneProgrammatic team at Performics, part of Publicis Media UK. This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovative programmatic campaigns, shape client success, and help deliver best-in-class performance marketing solutions across a diverse portfolio of brands. You'll combine strategic thinking, data-led decision making, and team leadership to create meaningful business impact while contributing to the continued evolution of our programmatic offering. Working alongside talented specialists across media, technology, data, and analytics, you'll play a key role in driving excellence and innovation in everything we do.

Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the planning and delivery of programmatic media campaigns that achieve client objectives while driving strong commercial outcomes.
• Develop test-and-learn roadmaps that explore emerging opportunities, generate actionable insights, and improve campaign performance.
• Drive operational excellence across campaign execution, process optimisation, quality assurance, and workflow management.
• Analyse campaign performance and translate data into clear recommendations that support future business and marketing decisions.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, presenting results, identifying growth opportunities, and providing strategic guidance.
• Identify outstanding work, contribute to industry award submissions, and help showcase innovative campaign success stories.
• Manage, coach, and support Programmatic Executives and Senior Executives, creating an environment where people can develop and perform at their best.

Qualifications

Skills we’re looking for

• Experience managing and optimising programmatic campaigns across a range of digital media environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to convert complex data into meaningful business insights.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• Confidence using media, technology, data, and measurement solutions to solve client challenges and improve outcomes.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Curiosity about innovation and a willingness to explore, test, and adopt new technologies and ways of working.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills, with a passion for supporting the growth and development of others.

Additional Information

Zenith International offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees. Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core benefits such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave. You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including:

Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week.

At Zenith International, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, disability, age, citizenship, relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

We are committed to providing a fair, accessible, and inclusive recruitment process. If you have any access needs - for example, related to disability, neurodivergence, or a health condition - please let us know. We’ll work with you to ensure the process works for you. Sharing this information will never impact your application.

Guided by our values, we listen with empathy, uplift each other, take responsibility, and embrace change - building a culture where everyone feels seen, respected, and genuinely included.