Comms Manager

About UM

The home of Full Colour Media, UM is a global media agency committed to empowering brands to their full potential of growth by leveraging the power of brand patterns. As the leading global media network in IPG Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people serving a roster of global clients including American Express, General Mills, Emirates, Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Dyson, Enterprise holdings, Upfield, Just Eat Takeaway.com and Mattel. For more information, please visit 

Role Description ​

We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to join the team as Account Manager and lead the planning work across our flagship Amex clients. You will need to build excellent relationships with clients, media-owners and other UM planning staff. You will need to be able to take a client brief, understand it and work with internal stakeholders to create a best in class media plan that you can present to your client. In order to do so you will firstly need to understand the tools that are available in UM to allow us to plan efficiently as well as other internal data propositions. You will then work with junior staff members to ensure that the campaign is set up, optimised and reported on to the high levels expected by our clients. ​

This role is a combination of planning and buying media primarily across display (direct & programmatic), Press, OOH, TV, VOD as well as audio with opportunities to explore other suitable platforms if needed. You’ll be expected to manage a range of products, consistently going above and beyond for clients and delivering innovative solutions where possible.

Desired Skills & Experience​​

• A Planner with experience and is passionate about media and the role an agency can play in the evolving communications mix. ​
• Expertise in using audience planning tools such as TGI, YouGov , Comscore & Touchpoints, Power Point, Excel and finance programs such as DDS and Prisma . ​
• Highly organised individual with experience in managing digital campaigns ​
• Exceptional attention to detail ​
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills ​
• Highly personable, collaborative and team-oriented ​
• Enthusiastic and pro-active, always looking to make positive contribution and get involved ​
• Dedicated, diligent with a curious and creative mindset ​
• A self-motivated and driven person who has an entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to succeed and achieve ​
• Experience working on a range of brands, and across a wide range of channels. Ideally someone with digital first experience who has been responsible for the implementation and management of campaigns. ​

Employee Transparency

At IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands are equal-opportunity employers committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at [email protected]if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application.

The Perks

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

• Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year
• Free breakfast and free lunch
• Early finish Fridays
• Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times) 
• Retail discounts
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifices car scheme
• Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Paid time off for Volunteering
• Group Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)
• Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%
• Generous Parental Leave & Pay 
• Independent mortgage advice
• Financial education
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!