Description Associate Director \xe2\x80\x93 Integrated Planning UM Vision UM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing clients\' businesses for the now and the next. We use the transformational power of rich analytics and insights to drive growth and engage consumers across content and connections. Our consultative approach and agile model, rooted in diversity, equity and belonging, drive better business outcomes for brands whilst providing an empowering culture in which our people can thrive. Our \xe2\x80\x98now and next\xe2\x80\x99 approach has been noted at the highest industry level, with Forrester ranking us the #1 global agency network for current offering and future strategy. And in RECMA\xe2\x80\x99s most recent report we were named the #2 agency globally in 2021, and the #1 agency across MENA for the 5th year in a row. Our client roster includes L\xe2\x80\x99Oreal, McDonald\xe2\x80\x99s, Sony, Reckitt and Emirates to name a few. Our most prized accolade is that of our team whereby they voted us as \xe2\x80\x9cBest place to Work\xe2\x80\x9d in 2022. A recognition we aim to keep upholding by putting them at the center of our business and continuously fostering an environment built on meritocracy, a sense of belonging, and community spirit to encourage work life integration. People The Associate Director works with the Business Director in leading the media team, designing, and interpreting advertising strategies and is responsible for the quality of media planning, presentations and buying for all business of the team. They are also responsible for the administration and organization of the team and the development of staff. Product, Planning and Pitching

• Responsible for the day to day workings of the client team in conjunction with the Business Director offering support, training and insight to team members.
• Understands clients overall business and marketing objectives displaying a sound knowledge of all media, including TV, Print, Radio, Outdoor, Online and Social, working efficiently as part of an overall integrated team.
• Works with Insights Manager/Team to drive communications planning and new ways of thinking.
• Gets involved in maintaining the overall business growth of client accounts
• Manage a staff of media professionals. Develop the staff through performance management and giving consistent feedback. Identify with staff, developmental opportunities and help them to work toward their professional goals.
• Manage human resource administration with the HR team, which includes: maintaining staff levels through effective recruiting, salary administration, performance management and conflict resolution.
• Promote an open working environment where opinions, views and ideas can be shared.
• Sound knowledge of IMS (Integrated Marketing Solutions) and acts as an industry expert on the client and media landscape.
• Involved in planning and recommendation for key initiatives.
• Quality control of all written media evaluations, recommendations and presentations to clients.
• Leads new business pitches.
• Pro-actively seek creative media opportunities appropriate to specific clients.
• Remains up-to-date on industry research and drives development in this area training key members of staff and acting as a knowledge hub to team members.
• Builds a strong profile in the industry for the client group and agency alike.
• Involved in all major Client negotiations with the media in conjunction with the Buying Director.
• Ensures all Client budgets are being controlled and oversees billing.
• Responsible for the professionalism and performance of the team and driving team culture.
• Oversees and is responsible for the smooth running of all client / supplier and interdepartmental relationship.
• Leads best practice presentations internally and contributes to innovation and idea generation across the agency.