Programmatic Media Senior Manager

London | Permanent 

Our client is an ambitious, US-headquartered commerce technology business redefining how the world's leading consumer brands approach advertising, ecommerce and commercial growth.

Through a powerful combination of proprietary technology, AI, advanced analytics and market intelligence, the business helps brands connect advertising investment with wider ecommerce performance.

Backed by significant investment and already partnering with major global brands, they're now scaling their European operation and building a high-calibre Programmatic team in London.

This is an opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of growth, with genuine influence over client strategy, team development and the future direction of the business.

The Opportunity

Take a senior position within a growing London team, helping shape how leading global brands approach Programmatic advertising and commerce media.

Move beyond the limitations of a traditional agency environment, combining deep Programmatic expertise with proprietary ecommerce data and AI-powered intelligence.

Own senior client relationships, lead strategic recommendations and influence meaningful commercial decisions.

Play a key role in developing the London Programmatic offering, mentoring colleagues and contributing to the growth of the wider business.

Work closely with senior leadership in an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where strong ideas can translate directly into action.

Responsibilities

Strategic Client Leadership

• Take ownership of key client relationships, acting as a senior strategic adviser to major consumer brands.

• Lead client strategy, planning, performance reviews and senior stakeholder presentations.

• Translate complex commercial challenges into clear Programmatic recommendations.

• Build trusted, long-term partnerships and identify opportunities for account development and growth.

Programmatic Strategy & Performance

• Lead sophisticated Programmatic strategies across display, video and emerging digital channels.

• Provide strategic direction across leading DSPs, including DV360, The Trade Desk and other platforms.

• Oversee campaign performance and optimisation, ensuring activity delivers against client and business objectives.

• Challenge existing approaches, identify opportunities for innovation and drive continuous improvement.

• Maintain the technical depth to interrogate campaign performance and provide hands-on guidance when required.

Commercial & Data-Led Decision Making

• Connect advertising strategy with broader ecommerce performance, customer behaviour and market dynamics.

• Leverage proprietary analytics, competitive intelligence and AI-powered tools to uncover growth opportunities.

• Turn complex data into compelling commercial narratives and actionable recommendations.

• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through additional services, strategic initiatives and improved performance.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor and develop junior Programmatic colleagues, supporting their technical and strategic progression.

• Help establish best practices, processes and high standards across the growing team.

• Collaborate closely with ecommerce, analytics, media and client strategy specialists.

• Contribute to the development of the London operation and wider Programmatic proposition.

Your Profile

• Significant experience in Programmatic advertising, ideally within a leading agency, adtech business or consultancy.

• Strong technical knowledge of DSPs such as DV360, The Trade Desk or Amazon DSP.

• Proven ability to independently lead client relationships and deliver strategic recommendations.

• Experience developing and overseeing complex Programmatic campaigns across multiple channels.

• Commercially astute, with a strong understanding of how advertising contributes to broader business growth.

• Confident engaging senior stakeholders, challenging assumptions and influencing investment decisions.

• Experience mentoring, managing or developing junior team members.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to simplify complex information.

• Collaborative, proactive and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growing business.

• Genuine interest in ecommerce, retail media, AI and the future of digital advertising.

Direct ecommerce or retail media experience is beneficial but not essential. Strong Programmatic expertise, strategic client ownership and leadership capability are the priorities.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary, plus annual discretionary bonus.

• Join a well-funded, high-growth international technology business.

• Take a leading role in shaping an expanding London Programmatic team.

• Work directly with major global consumer brands and senior decision-makers.

• Access proprietary technology, advanced analytics and AI-powered intelligence.

• Significant strategic autonomy and the opportunity to influence commercial growth.

• Clear opportunities for further leadership progression as the European business scales.

• Collaborative environment with direct exposure to senior leadership.

• Central London office, with four days per week on-site.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Noel at Pivotal on 07442 527285 or email noel@pivotallondon.co.uk.

Pivotal is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected status.