Media Implementation Account Director

As Media Implementation Account Director, you will play a lead role in delivering our Performance with Integrity ambition across OMD's clients. You will lead the creation of market leading ideas for our clients and will manage the executional interface with media owner partners. What you'll do : Work across all media channels and interact with OMD's Specialist Business Units to deliver high performance campaigns for our clients Work with the National Media Implementation Leadership to develop the OMD Investment product to meet the future agency needs Use expert knowledge and senior media relationships to uncover innovative insights & provide a point of view and thought leadership to the wider team Lead all annual negotiations for your clients in conjunction with senior team members including preparation of briefing material, negotiation strategies and analysis Ensure overall campaign delivery, manage client comms and direct reports in developing action plans Work with senior media implementation leaders to own the auditing process and ensure that all data submitted to auditors is accurate and on time What you'll need : Strong negotiation skills along with demonstrated experience within buying across all channels including digital, TV and OOH Foresight to proactively seek out strategic trading opportunities that align with our client's strategic direction Ability to consistently provide market landscape understanding to be known as an expert Experience managing and developing best in market processes and systems across the Trading team, including systems and tools driving automation Showcase strong POV and insights on relevant media and performance, direct to client within presentations or via regular communication Experience developing market presentations for clients to showcasing specialist Traders and build internal profile writing PR pieces Know how to lead conversations to bridging the gap between digital and traditional media investment In depth knowledge and understanding of client's business including KPIs and accountability measures Experienced in all aspects of team leadership within a media trading environment preferably within large media agency What's in it for you? Access to top tier clients and complex business challenges Continuous development through our mixed learning approach All the tools, equipment and mentors you need to be successful in your role Our organisation encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives We have a bright, open plan and dog friendly office (we love our furry friends) We encourage and fully support flexible working Parental leave Fun social events - Annual ski trips A little bit about us... Come and work for one of Australia's best employers OMD has long understood that our success is 100% dependent on our people and the culture we create. We don't make widgets or even ads; our people deliver market leading creative communication solutions to our clients and it's their intelligence, passion and commitment to OMD that sets us apart, defines our employer brand and delivers market leading growth year in, year out. OMD's agency mission presents many exciting opportunities for our people : We create what's next with media solutions that transform your business creatively, culturally, and commercially . We Create What's Next is a bold and inspirational north star that guides us into the future. It is our fuel to continue pushing forward, and pushing through boundaries, as the media industry leader. Our mission is a statement that tells everyone why we exist. It describes what we do and how we do it. It is a promise to ourselves, our clients and our partners. Our results are testament to this approach : Campaign Australian Media Agency of the Year 2023 & 2024 Great Place to Work certified 17 consecutive years (2009–2025) Cairns Crocodiles Grand Prix 2025 MFA Awards Grand Prix 2024 AWARD Awards Media Agency of the Year 2024 UnLtd Good Company 2024 Additional Information OMD, together with our Omnicom Media Group network is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr