Snr Programmatic Trading Director

Sphere Digital Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global programmatic media company is seeking a Senior Programmatic Trading Director to lead their UK trading division. This role involves managing a large team, setting trading strategies, and collaborating across departments to drive performance and innovation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in programmatic trading and a strong commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in programmatic trading with team leadership.
• Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem across multiple channels.
• Strong commercial mindset and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the UK programmatic trading division (25+ people).
• Set trading strategy and drive operational excellence across all campaigns.
• Collaborate with teams to improve outcomes and performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Programmatic Trading

Commercial Mindset

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Senior Programmatic Trading Director - Programmatic Media - Up to £180K OTE

The Company

Our client is a global programmatic media company delivering performance and brand-led solutions for top-tier advertisers. With a strong international presence and deep trading expertise, they help agencies and brands achieve smarter, faster, and more scalable outcomes through advanced data, tech, and service. Their UK team is a market leader, and they are now hiring a senior figure to lead and shape the future of their trading function.

The Job

• Lead and manage the UK programmatic trading division (25+ people) across multiple levels, channels, and client verticals

• Set trading strategy and drive operational excellence, innovation, and delivery across all programmatic campaigns

• Collaborate with commercial, product, client services, and operations teams to improve outcomes and performance

• Own senior relationships with DSPs, data providers, and technology partners

• Foster a high-performance culture and oversee hiring, development, and team growth

• Represent the business in high-level client conversations, pitches, and industry forums

• Act as a key member of the UK leadership team, driving forward business goals and trading excellence

You

• 7+ years of experience in programmatic trading, with significant team leadership exposure

• Deep understanding of the programmatic ecosystem across display, video, CTV, and omnichannel media

• Track record of scaling teams and driving revenue through trading innovation and operational rigour

• Strong commercial mindset and ability to align trading strategy with wider business goals

• Comfortable in senior stakeholder environments, with excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strategic thinker, but also hands-on and adaptable when needed

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Jack Fitzpatrick -
Senior Consultant - Ad Ops, Programmatic & Account Management

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