Senior Media Planning Executive

dentsu; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing communications company is seeking a Senior Media Planning Executive in Riyadh. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing media plans, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring performance standards are met. Ideal applicants will have 2-4 years of media planning experience, strong analytical abilities, and excellent communication skills. This full-time permanent position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to key client campaigns.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in media planning, preferably in an agency.
• Strong understanding of media fundamentals and planning frameworks.
• Solid analytical skills to interpret data for actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing multi‑channel media plans aligned with client objectives.
• Conduct research to inform planning decisions.
• Monitor live campaigns for pacing accuracy and KPI alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Tools

TGI

GWI

SimilarWeb

Nielsen

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Media Planning Executive to support the development and execution of cross‑channel media plans for key clients. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of media fundamentals. You will work closely with managers and cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality plans, coordinate campaign execution, and ensure all deliverables meet performance and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing multi‑channel media plans aligned with client objectives and audience insights.
• Conduct research using market, competitive, and audience tools to inform planning decisions.
• Support day‑to‑day planning tasks including budgets, channel allocations, timelines, and campaign documentation.
• Collaborate with performance, social, search, and creative teams to ensure integrated planning.
• Monitor live campaigns with the delivery teams to ensure pacing accuracy and KPI alignment.
• Prepare reports, post‑campaign analyses, and actionable insights for internal and client presentations.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of media trends, platform opportunities, and industry developments.
• Manage internal coordination, ensuring all stakeholders receive accurate, timely information.
• Support junior executives when needed and ensure high‑quality work across planning outputs.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in media planning (agency experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of media fundamentals, channel roles, and planning frameworks.
• Familiarity with media tools (e.g., TGI, GWI, SimilarWeb, Nielsen, platform insights dashboards).
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to deadlines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in fast‑paced environments.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Location

Riyadh

Brand

Dentsu

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent