Client Partner

Job Description:

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.

Carat is the world’s first media agency and privileged to work with some of the most storied and innovative brands in the world. Most recently named a leader amongst global media agencies by Forrester, Carat is consistently ranked the #1 media agency in the world. With over 12,000 experts in over 100 countries Carat delivers an unparalleled capability to unlock real human understanding and connect people and brands through powerful and engaging media experiences.

We now have an excellent opportunity for a talented and ‘media agency proven’ Client Partner to join us in Perth, and lead an exceptional team across a varied portfolio of clients. This role allows exceptional collaboration across full process, with the genuine ability to influence connection with culture and additionally focus on partnerships.

The role:

As our next Client Partner, you will lead an integrated team of 12 with key capabilities across strategy, planning, investment and digital media including Performance.

Core responsibilities include:

• Nurture, support and empower the integrated team to develop and leverage media partner relationships and deliver exceptional results for your clients
• Lead the strategic resource management of the team to ensure workflows are sustainable and support work life balance
• Ensure team alignment across workflow management, operational processes, ways of working and effective delivery
• Leverage your deep understanding of brand and marketing strategies to support your team in effective translation of this internally and to senior stakeholders
• Hold strategic and meaningful discussions across the entire communications mix including media, technology and digital transformation

A bit about you:

• First and foremost you are a people leader with demonstrated experience leading large or complex teams within a media agency environment
• You are a strong communicator with the ability to speak to senior stakeholders and partners, actively contributing and adding value through your deep strategic understanding of the media marketplace
• Exemplary presentation skills with a proven track record for leading new business opportunities and pitches
• Proven experience in people management and building meaningful relationships with team members and the wider agency team
• Highly effective commercial and business acumen and proven experience running a total team P&L and budget management.
• Experience across a mix of disciplines to bring an integrated lean to your role

What’s in it for you:

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up
• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change
• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University

Become a champion for meaningful progress:

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.

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