Communications Planning Manager

Please note this is a contract role and you must be registered as an independent contractor. About the Role Position: Media Planning & Strategy Manager Start Date: asap Length: 3 months Full Time Location: London (required on-site 2 days a week) As a Media Planning & Strategy Manager you will be pivotal in crafting and implementing data-driven campaign strategies focused on the upper and mid-funnel advertising for the client's core retail offerings, including their flagship subscription service. The role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with teams across two major European hubs, London and Dusseldorf. Responsibilities Develop holistic, data-driven campaign strategies for the upper and mid-funnel. Function as a strategic advisor to clients, optimizing media channel use. Conduct data analysis and synthesis to provide strategic recommendations. Manage project teams across 12 international markets. Mentor junior employees and potentially manage a Strategy Executive. Innovate by integrating new media trends and using AI systems. Collaborate with specialists to create creative media solutions. Qualifications Expertise in the development of integrated upper-funnel communication strategies. Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize diverse data sources. Excellent storytelling and presentation skills in English. Experience advising clients and developing strategic solutions for large brands. Ability to work independently with a proactive and flexible approach, excelling in international environments. Required Skills Expertise in the development of integrated upper-funnel communication strategies. Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize diverse data sources. Excellent storytelling and presentation skills in English. Experience advising clients and developing strategic solutions for large brands. Ability to work independently with a proactive and flexible approach, excelling in international environments. Preferred Skills Experience in media planning and strategy. Familiarity with AI systems and new media trends.