Senior Project Manager

Publicis Media; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Publicis Media in London is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex programmes across media, technology and data teams. You will partner with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive momentum from planning through delivery.

The role emphasizes clear governance, proactive risk management and delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex projects in media/tech/consulting environments.
• Strong planning, scheduling and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to align senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects on time and in scope.
• Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, milestones and roadmaps.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Publicis Media with clear ownership.
• Act as a key contact for client stakeholders, providing updates and managing expectations.
• Identify risks and dependencies early, implementing practical solutions.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and status updates with clear actions.
• Support governance, resource planning, budget tracking and change management.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to navigate a fast-paced client environment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance delivery across the team.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Communication

Planning & scheduling

Budget awareness

Agile/Waterfall

Job description

Senior Project Manager | Publicis Media | Hybrid

We are hiring a Senior Project Manager to join Publicis Media, working closely with a high-profile global technology client. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering complex, high-impact projects across a fast-moving and constantly evolving client environment. You’ll work closely with teams across media, strategy, data, technology and operations, bringing structure, clarity and momentum to projects from initial planning through to delivery. If you’re a confident project leader who enjoys working with senior stakeholders, navigating complexity and making things happen, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects and programmes, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard.
• Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, milestones and delivery roadmaps across multiple workstreams.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Publicis Media, ensuring clear ownership, accountability and alignment throughout delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for client stakeholders, providing clear updates, managing expectations and building strong working relationships.
• Identify risks, dependencies and potential challenges early, putting practical solutions in place to keep projects moving.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and status updates, ensuring actions and decisions are clearly captured and followed through.
• Support project governance, resource planning, budget tracking and change management across key programmes.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to manage competing priorities and navigate a complex, fast-paced client environment.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes, ways of working and project delivery across the wider team.

Skills we’re looking for:

• Proven experience delivering complex projects within media, marketing, technology, consultancy or another project-based environment.
• Strong project planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships across both client and agency teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to bring clarity to complex information and keep stakeholders aligned.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to anticipate challenges and confidently navigate change.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to take ownership of projects from planning through to successful delivery.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where priorities can evolve quickly.
• Experience with project management, collaboration and reporting tools.
• A curious, adaptable and commercially minded approach, with a genuine interest in technology, media and delivering great client experiences.