Account Manager | Auckland-NZ

Job Description

Re-imagine what media can do.

At OMD, we believe media has the power to do more than reach people  it can create meaningful experiences, influence behaviour and drive real business impact.

We're looking for an Account Manager to join our team and play a key role in developing smart, integrated media solutions for a portfolio of clients.

This is an opportunity for an experienced media professional who enjoys thinking beyond individual channels, building strong client relationships and bringing together the right people, data and expertise to deliver great work.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to an Associate Business Director, you'll take sole or joint responsibility for media planning across a portfolio of clients, while supporting the delivery of campaigns alongside Account Executives and Media Assistants.

You'll:

• Develop integrated, insight-led media plans that connect client objectives with meaningful customer experiences.

• Use client, category and market data to identify opportunities and shape planning recommendations.

• Think holistically across paid, owned and earned channels, working across digital and traditional media.

• Develop and present clear, compelling presentations that bring your recommendations to life.

• Work closely with OMD's specialist teams across Digital, Investment, Strategy, Activations, Annalect, OMD Content and TRKKN to create connected solutions.

• Build strong relationships with clients, media partners and creative agencies.

• Support and mentor Account Executives and Media Assistants, helping them develop their skills and confidence.

• Manage campaign planning, implementation and delivery with a strong focus on quality, accuracy and performance.

• Contribute to financial management, reporting and maintaining accurate client budgets.

• Identify new and innovative ways of working and challenge the status quo.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is curious, commercially minded and passionate about creating great media work.

You'll ideally bring:

• Experience in a media agency environment, with strong knowledge of media planning across digital and traditional channels.

• Experience developing omnichannel media plans and translating data and insights into actionable recommendations.

• Strong knowledge across digital disciplines including SEM, SEO, Programmatic, Social, Influencer, Mobile, Content, CRM and Email Marketing.

• Confidence working with media and research tools such as DV360, Google Analytics, Meta Business Manager, Global Web Index, Pathmatics and Google Trends.

• An understanding of the wider media technology landscape, including DSPs, SSPs, DMPs, CDPs, CRM, attribution and evolving privacy/targeting technologies.

• Strong presentation and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex information and influence stakeholders.

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.

• A natural interest in mentoring and supporting more junior team members.

• A proactive mindset and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking.

Why OMD?

At OMD, you'll be surrounded by people who are passionate about media, creativity, technology and the changing way people engage with brands.

Our approach is grounded in three simple principles:

Unite to Uplift – we support each other and celebrate the success of our team and clients.

Build Together – we collaborate across disciplines, bringing different perspectives and expertise together.

Dare to Disrupt – we challenge the norm, think differently and look for better ways to deliver results.

You'll have the opportunity to work across a diverse client portfolio, collaborate with specialists across the wider OMD business and continue developing your career through formal training, on-the-job learning and exposure to some of the best minds in the industry.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're an experienced media planner looking for your next opportunity and want to be part of a team that is re-imagining what great media planning looks like, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join OMD.