Associate Client Director

Job Description:

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in a sustainable economy. As a unified organisation, dentsu brings together deep expertise across media, creative and customer experience to deliver integrated solutions that drive meaningful progress for clients and society.

Step into one of the most high ‑ profile client patches in Australia: T he Woolworths Group .

This is a rare chance to work on a truly career ‑ defining client within a powerhouse team that moves fast, thinks big, and collaborates across the full dentsu network.

As an Associate Director , you’ll lead day-to-day client relationships, drive integrated media planning across all channels, and help shape innovative solutions that influence how millions of Australians shop every day. You’ll also mentor junior team members and play a key role in delivering work that’s smart, strategic and commercially impactful.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients and manage expectations effectively

Own creation and output of media plans, including detailed channel selection & implementation recommendations

Partner with media owners and other agency partners to maintain a high level of service across the account

Work closely with the buying teams to communicate media delivery performance & results to the client

Lead briefing and negotiation processes with media owners

Manage daily WIP meetings, contract reports and client administration

What you'll bring:

Proven ability to own end-to-end media planning, shaping implementation & channel recommendations.

Strong attention to detail & excellent communication skills

A solid understanding of the Australian Media landscape

Confidence managing timelines, budgets & internal teams

Curiosity, drive and a collaborative mindset.

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

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.

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Location:

Sydney

Brand:

Carat

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent