Director, Client Experience

About Havas Media

Havas Media is a dynamic integrated marketing company, part of Havas one of the world’s largest global communications groups.

With more than 22,000 people in over 100 countries we share one single mission : to make a meaningful difference to brands, businesses, and people.

At Havas Media, we are passionate about helping our clients create Meaningful Brands by reimagining valuable experiences.

Our smart thinking around enhancing consumer experiences means we deliver more measurable, meaningful moments between brands and people.

We call this Mx (Meaningful Media Experiences); thinking about how we connect consumers to the right content in the right context.

We provide clients with meaningful, strategic leadership which spans media planning and buying, data analysis and activation, creative content development, direct response, and performance marketing.

Havas Media has an immediate position available for a Director, Client Experience in the Toronto office.

As a Director, Client Experience you are responsible for the day-to-day leadership of client deliverables and business direction.

You are expected to lead your clients’ line of business, championing meaningful media with your clients and internal team.

To be successful, you have a keen ability to develop strong partnerships across your industry from all agency departments, your clients, and media vendors.

You are a collaborator that can develop and mentor your direct reporting, as well as work closely with agency management.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Guide the development & execution of integrated media strategies and attend and strategically contribute to client planning meetings
• Assist in developing overall strategic media approach with all media disciplines (traditional, digital, trade, etc.) and present media strategies and recommendations to clients
• Analyze campaign performance data and communicate key outcomes to client
• Oversee implementation processes with Managers, Planners and Coordinators and manage day-to-day media team operations
• Stay on top of industry trends and new media opportunities, and foster innovative thinking in the media planning group
• Build trusting collaborative relationships with clients of all levels
• Maintain senior client, and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Stay on top of business and client concerns to head off issues early
• Accurately represents the client’s point of view, ultimately focused on doing the best work for the Client’s business
• Monitor campaign performance, working with departments to track key metrics and adjusting approach to achieve desired outcomes

Experience Requirements :

• Minimum 7-10 years in a media buying, planning or strategic marketing role, agency experience preferred
• Experience in media planning across all channels (print, broadcast, audio, digital, OOH)
• Focus on performance media with a strong understanding of biddable channels
• Attention to detail and the ability to work in a team, collaborate with and influence others.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Confident in client-facing interactions and in delivering compelling presentations

Education Requirements :

Post-secondary education in marketing, business or a related field is an asset

Our Perks

At Havas Media our people come first which is why we offer a comprehensive total rewards package including :

• Centralized Downtown Office
• Hybrid Working Environment
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Paid Parental Top-Up
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Physical & Mental Health Benefits
• Dog friendly office
• Dedicated Culture Committee & Diversity ERGs
• Growth Opportunities & Employer-Paid Professional Development

No closed minds here at Havas Canada, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origins, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

Office Location : 473 Adelaide St West, Toronto ON