Digital Director

We are Assembly – and we’re not like the rest. We’re the modern alternative agency, bringing together industry-leading data, talent, and tech to Find the Change That Fuels Growth for the best brands on the planet, including LG, Adobe, Ralph Lauren, Moncler, Aesop, and more. Our diverse, global community of over 1,600 passionate experts combines global thinking with unmatched local expertise in more than 20 markets worldwide – enabling brands to engage and move consumers anywhere. We use STAGE, Assembly’s proprietary, privacy-centric data solutions platform, to surface powerful insights that transform into actionable brand opportunities. We’re at the cutting edge of new media, technology, and platforms embedded in the lives of today’s consumers, and we’re tapped into how culture and communities’ needs change. We do this while staying steadfast in our commitment to Leave the World Better Than We Found It through measurable social and environmental impact work.

Assembly was named The Drum’s APAC Media Agency of the Year in 2021

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON ANY GIVEN DAY

Act as the senior point of contact for programmatic across a portfolio of clients, assuming ultimate responsibility for all implemented programs and managing escalations Line management of programmatic traders, as well as mentoring and support of the wider team in programmatic campaign planning Act as the strategic lead in programmatic, working with ADs, AMs, and Planners to define frameworks that hit our client’s KPIs and business objectives. Overseeing all elements of the delivery, optimization and reporting of programmatic campaigns to ensure market-leading execution. Working with key internal stakeholders to develop and deliver proposals, with a view to grow regional programmatic services. Act as an internal expert on emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities in programmatic. Nurturing publisher and Ad tech partner relationships. Work with the Head of MarTech, our Data Scientists and Assembly Global Developers to develop innovative programmatic solutions and new products. Showcase a profound understanding of programmatic capabilities by proactively recognizing avenues for enhancement and effectively communicating them to both clients and your team. Nurture robust partnerships with pivotal programmatic collaborators, encompassing technology, media, data, and various stakeholders. Advocate for programmatic offerings and solutions that seamlessly align with clients' goals while championing the pursuit of programmatic excellence. Forge dependable relationships with clients at various levels, ensuring the provision of top-tier client service and support.

Requirements

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

Minimum 8 years+ managing digital activity, most recently programmatic. Senior client handling and relationship management experience essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills needed for internal client and publisher relationship management. Wide knowledge and understanding of the programmatic landscape. Programmatic trading & planning experience Additional experience of running or managing digital marketing activity across other channels ( PPC, SEO, etc) beneficial Management of activity across international markets preferential but not requisite Demonstrated proficiency in seamlessly incorporating offline media into programmatic strategies is highly advantageous. Comprehensive hands-on experience with leading global Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs) is an asset. A proven history of consistently improving account performance and delivering tangible results. Strong project management skills to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities. Need to relocate to Seoul, South Korea Visa sponsorship will be provided Fluent English is men

Benefits

WHY ASSEMBLY?

We’re part of Stagwell, the challenger network built to transform marketing. We’re nimble, smart, and digital-first, and we’re quickly growing to take on the biggest legacy hold cos. We care about your growth – we offer competitive salaries, annual compensation reviews, and keep detailed personal development plans to ensure you’re hitting your personal and company goals. We recognize and celebrate your success…all the time Whether it’s through company meetups, employee recognition programs, or just a regular day, we make sure our people’s achievements are known and appreciated We’re truly a people-first organization. That’s why we offer a Flexible Time Off policy that puts you in control of your work-life balance, as well as market-leading primary and secondary caregiver and parental leave policies. We care about social and environmental Impact – we have dedicated Impact Champions that collaborate globally to make sure we’re leaving the world better than we found it. We have an amazing group of employee resource groups committed to guiding the agency to become more inclusive, diverse, and representative of the world around us.

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