Programmatic Manager in London

About The7stars

the7stars is unlike any other agency. The distinction started the day we launched in 2005 when we named ourselves after a pub, but more importantly when we made a promise that we were going to do things differently.

And this commitment has stuck with us. It guides how we work, how we think and how we treat one another and can be expressed in a single word.

Freedom.

Our Freedom philosophy lives across our entire business from people, product and planning. It means we plan & buy media how we want, develop careers how we want, take holiday when we need it, invent tools when we need them, give people a platform to speak up, question and express themselves freely - but more importantly it has allowed us to create an amazing place to work.

We have a unique working environment and open structure which encourages personal development through client contact, teamwork, training, exposure to all media and internal teams - and a "sky's the limit" approach to your growth within the agency.

In 2024 we achieved our 12th year in a row as a Sunday Times Top 100 company to work for and in 2023 were awarded Campaign's number one media agency to work for accolade for the second year running.

the7stars is 300 passionate media people that are able to focus purely on creating great work for our clients. Clients such as Bensons, Cunard, Nintendo, Tapi Carpets and Papa Johns. UK focused, we also operate within an agile global network of like-minded friends, extending our client portfolio into Europe and the US.

If thinking freely and with integrity is your bag, then the7stars is an agency you should meet.

The Opportunity

Across the7stars, we have specialist teams in all channels, and we have recently brought together the programmatic and direct buying teams into one omni-channel team to remain future facing and drive collaboration. We are looking for a Programmatic AM to join one of the fastest growing teams within the agency.

We are looking for an ambitious & enthusiastic programmatic specialist with a track record of account management responsibilities. The ideal person will fit with the culture of the7stars, be a team player, friendly, positive & self-disciplined.

The successful candidate will join our growing team in a client facing role that is responsible for the planning, activation, optimisation and reporting of activity across various DSP platforms including DV360, Trade Desk, Hawk, Verizon and Amazon.

You will have ownership of client relationships from a programmatic perspective, and the opportunity to support the senior management with various projects. This is a unique opportunity to work with exciting brands across a variety of channels including digital OOH, Connected TV, Audio, Video and Display.

The Role

To be a future-facing Activation team that truly plans in a holistic way means that we need to supercharge the agency. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, and we are looking for driven motivated individuals to be part of this new exciting team.

What you'll be doing;

End to end programmatic account management through from planning, set up, optimisation and reportingnDeliver best in class and market leading programmatic media plans across multiple channelsnDrive innovation! We want to win awards for our clients so be creativenWork closely with Client teams to ensure all plans are adhering to business objectives, the comms platform and key KPI'snAssist with the management and delivery of audit guarantees across PRF ClientsnDrive the development of media owner relationships to ensure we are seeking out opportunities for our clients that are new to market within the programmatic sectornWhile staying up to date with new trends within the programmatic sector, you are pushing for innovation with your clients and contributing to wider digital testing roadmapsnConfidently present analysis, updates, and strategic recommendations in face-to-face meetings/calls, with clients and internallynExecute and deliver best in class PCA's across the agencynHelp develop and upskill junior traders, setting out roles and responsibilities ensuring a level of accountabilitynDemonstrate diligence, attention to detail, and adherence to the campaign QA process to ensure accurate campaign implementation, pacing and performance

Requirements

Roughly 3-4 years of experience in a programmatic planning and/or buying role (agency or trading desk), with a proven ability to deliver successful large-scale Programmatic CampaignsnHands-on experience working in various DSPs (ideally DV360 & The Trade Desk), activating across a range of channels, including video, YouTube & displaynUp to date knowledge of the ad tech landscapenStrong experience of critical thinking and problem-solvingnStrong interest and knowledge in the Programmatic landscapenStrong knowledge and hands-on experience of technology platforms and integrationnGreat communicator, both verbally and written, confident in front of clients with the ability of understanding their wider business & challengesnAbility to anticipate issues and be pro-active in producing solutions with measurable outcomesnExcellent numerical and analytical skillsnSolid understanding of all media channels

Benefits

Uncounted holidaynPerformance related Summer profit share & Christmas bonusnHybrid working, 4 days in officenPersonalised training plan & access to coachingnWellbeing daysnFlexible pension plan through Royal London (8% employer contribution under £35k)nOptional private medical insurance (Vitality) & cash back plan (Medicash)nEmployee Assistance ProgrammenWork from anywhere up to 2 weeks each yearnPaid for gym membership with a choice of 5 gymsnEnhanced family friendly policiesnPersonal finance advice & supportnLife Assurance & Critical Illness covernProfit share scheme (after 3 years' service)nElectric Vehicle schemenNursery PartnershipnTech & Cycle to Work schemenSeason ticket loans & expensed Railcard

the7stars is committed to creating a diverse environment, where employees feel empowered to share different ideas, perspectives and experiences in a collaborative and creative work environment. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.