Growth through Talent

EMEA Planning Director – Global media agency (6 month FTC) - Multi-Channel

Agency - Marketing
Ref: 3701 Date Posted: Thursday 05 Feb 2026

Salary - £75k (pro rata)

Location: London

Our client is a globally recognised media network working with some of the world’s most iconic brands, known for combining innovation, effectiveness and cultural relevance. This role sits at the heart of a regional centre of excellence shaping next-generation media thinking across markets.

The Opportunity

  • Lead EMEA planning strategy on a flagship global FMCG brand

  • Shape cross-market planning standards and best-in-class frameworks

  • Embed data, automation and AI into modern communications planning

  • Influence senior client stakeholders and regional leadership teams

  • Build planning capability across markets through coaching and mentoring

Responsibilities

  • Develop integrated, multi-channel media strategies aligned to business objectives

  • Lead senior client relationships and act as trusted regional advisor

  • Oversee planning excellence across markets, ensuring consistency and quality

  • Partner with investment, data and activation teams to drive performance

  • Mentor and develop senior planners across the EMEA network

Your Profile

  • Senior media planning leader with international or regional experience

  • Strong multi-channel and digital-first planning expertise

  • Proven client advisory experience with complex, matrixed stakeholders

  • Experience leading teams and driving capability transformation

  • Commercially and analytically strong, with a passion for innovation

How to apply

To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please contact Phil Nunney at Pivotal for a confidential discussion on 07385 298 644 or email me at phil@pivotallondon.co.uk.

Pivotal is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

 

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