Strategic Media Account Manager

Fundamental Media; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Life cover

Cycle scheme

Season ticket loans

25 days annual leave pro rata

2 days paid charity leave

Study loans

Free snacks in the office

Job summary

Fundamental Media in London is seeking an experienced media planner/buyer to drive multi-channel campaigns for asset management and higher education clients. You will plan and buy media, present proposals, and manage budgets while building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor.

You will lead end-to-end project delivery, collaborating with creative and tech teams, identifying upsell opportunities, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in media buying/planning roles.
• Strong digital media experience (display, content marketing, social).
• Analytical mindset with campaign performance focus.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and buy relevant media and present proposals with cost breakdown.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide project updates.
• Lead end-to-end execution of client projects with internal teams.
• Monitor budgets and provide accurate updates to clients.
• Identify opportunities for upselling services or expanding projects to drive revenue.
• Understand clients’ industries, audiences and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with creative, media, and tech teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge.
• Attend in person or online client meetings and share opportunities with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Media planning/buying

Digital media campaigns

Campaign analysis

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Decision making under deadlines

Multi-account management

Written and spoken communication

Opportunity spotting

Interest in financial news

Job description

Fundamental Media in London is seeking an experienced media planner/buyer to drive multi-channel campaigns for asset management and higher education clients. You will plan and buy media, present proposals, and manage budgets while building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor.

You will lead end-to-end project delivery, collaborating with creative and tech teams, identifying upsell opportunities, and mentoring junior staff.