Group Investment Director

Group Investment Director page is loaded Group Investment Director Apply locations Melbourne - 510 Church Street time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R A senior investment role in brand responsible for the diligent investment of client expenditure across all media channels. This role works closely with the CIO and Amplifi to deliver investment innovation, value and ROI.
The GID works very closely with each Client Partner and their respective team/s in a leadership role within the agency and ensure that best practice buying behaviour is applied within their territory whilst infusing a general passion for trading.
The GID will also assume a lead investment responsibility for new business within the brand, working with the leadership team on relevant trading components of a pitch.
A key tenet of a GID's role is to also ensure that clients informed about their investment activity and the wider marketplace.

Job Title:

Group Investment Director

Job Description:

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 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 opportunity for our next Group Investment Director to join the team in Carat Melbourne. We are seeking someone with a comprehensive understanding of the Australian media marketplace, committed to staying abreast of TV network programming, performance and innovation opportunities, whilst playing an active leadership role within the wider virtual investment community.

The opportunity:

As the Group Investment Director, you will work very closely with each Client Partner and their respective team/s in a leadership role within the agency and ensure that best practice buying behaviour is applied within their territory whilst infusing a general passion for trading.

Core responsibilities include:

• Establish and maintain trading credibility with senior clients and be seen as the senior point of contact for on-going trading queries in your territory
• Develop best practice buying guidelines and behaviours in conjunction with CIO &
  Amplifi and ensure these are being implemented across the agency
• Ensure that a system of monitoring is in place for all relevant client media deal arrangements, and guide team on any under deliveries
• Contribute to the overall company/holding company direction and growth
• Understand the impact Investment has on the agency's commercial performance and work with senior management as required to maximise ROI
• Have senior relationships with client nominated auditors to ensure a collaborative working relationship with these companies

A bit about you:

• A passion for Investment;
  in particular client negotiations
• Strong communication and numeracy skills
• Ability to manage an integrated/virtual Investment team
• Outstanding ability to negotiate relevant client activity
• Experience working with TV auditors
• Experience with BMD/Spectra AQX, Roy Morgan, TV Map, MOVE &
  SMI

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
• Be part of a global network that truly invests in recognising performance with via our monthly Kaizen Awards and social impact, including having a clearly mapped path to becoming net zero

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.

Location:

Melbourne - 510 Church Street

Brand:

Carat

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

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