Media Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Apply now
Organization Profile: 
We are Mindshare. A global digital first platform & media services company that accelerates Good Growth for its clients in the age of a new marketing economy. Good Growth is business growth that is enduring and sustainable whilst also helping to shape society and the world for the better. We accelerate growth for our clients by connecting digital, media, creative and tech, prioritizing customer relationships, customer voices, real-time activation that is underpinned through data to demand a response.  
 
Our network is always on, always live. Our people are acutely aware of what’s happening in their city, their country, their specialist area of expertise. We understand brands, markets, and media. Most of all, we understand other people. The people we live with. The people we work with. The people we are.  
  
We were the first purpose-built company created by WPP and today our 10,000 people operate in 116 offices in 86 countries.  
  
Mindshare, MENA, part of Mindshare EMEA, spans 11 offices across markets (Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq) with local market teams and leads, reporting into the MENA CEO. In addition to the Markets, Mindshare also operates Centre of Excellence that works at a regional level to support and provide disciplines services to all 11 Markets. These Centers of Excellence include Corporate Development, Digital and Solutions, and Growth & Client Leadership.  
About the role

Three best things about the job:

 
  1.  Working on one of the most prestigious accounts, you will have great exposure to integrated campaigns across all channels.
  2.  You will also work alongside a diverse and talented team in a collaborative team environment.
  3.  Attain a strong understanding of cross channel media strategy by working on the fastest growing and diversified category.
 
In this role, your goals will be:
 
In three months:
  •  Get to know our client and immerse yourself in their business.
  •  Ensure delivery of work to a high standard and in a timely manner.
 
In six months:
  •  Have developed a good understanding of the clients’ category.
  •  Be leading client WIPs and managing key relationships.
In 12 months:
  •  Be well-respected by your client for your knowledge and service.
  •  Have built a deep and influential relationship with day-to-day media contacts.
  •  Have contributed to the EssenceMediacom culture through participation and behavior that aligns to the EssenceMediacom 
  •  Have cemented your role within the team and contributed to the team delivery and success of a variety of client campaigns. 
 
What your day looks like at Mindshare:
  •  Deliver and strategize best in class media plans, on time and with the know-how to manage your way through any bumps in the road.
  •  Understand all media channels (in particular the digital landscape) with the ability to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each channel and the impact these have in delivering on the client objectives.
  •  Stay abreast of market trends and movements with regards to supply, innovation, and technology, have a point of view and bring these to your planning solutions.
  •  Negotiations with media not just pushing down on price but collaborating to drive innovation and add tangible value to clients.
  •  Identify and clearly articulate what is working and why linking media performance to business goals.
 
What you’ll bring:
  •  Knowledge of media channels.
  •  Knowledge of media industry planning tools.
  •  High levels of energy and a desire to deliver great work.
  •  A willingness to learn and desire to challenge yourself.
  •  Best in class attention to detail and accuracy across all aspects planning and implementation.
  •  A collaborative approach.
  •  Passion for the media industry and specifically the importance of investment in the process.
  •  Excellent client, team, and media relationships.
  •  A track record of a successfully implemented end to end campaigns.
 
What you will need:
  •  4 years minimum of experience in media planning. 
  •  Solid knowledge of Middle East media landscape and the key publishers.
  •  Be technical and digital savvy and have a solid knowledge of all the digital platforms.
  • B2B marketing experience is a plus
  •  To have the ability to confidently communicate with the clients and to manage their expectations.
  •  Ability to proactively manage business relationships, working to tight deadlines and exceeding expectations.
  •  Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  •  Prior client management in the telecommunications industry is preferred.
  •  Undergraduate qualification in advertising, marketing, communication, or similar field preferred.
Apply now