Senior Planning Director - Diageo - Mat Cover - 9 month FTC

Job description

About the Role: Join PHD’s award‑winning team working across Diageo’s iconic spirits portfolio, helping shape the media strategies behind some of the world’s most loved brands. As part of a highly collaborative EMEA hub, you’ll influence planning across multiple markets, guide a talented team, and drive measurable business impact through innovative, data‑driven media thinking. - Lead the planning output for the EMEA Spirits Planning Pod, overseeing high‑quality, insight‑driven media strategies across traditional, digital and emerging channels. - Translate strategy into effective, scalable campaign plans grounded in robust planning frameworks and media effectiveness. - Build trusted, long‑term client partnerships—serving as a senior point of contact and ensuring client needs translate into actionable, growth‑driving plans. - Collaborate with vendors and partners to secure strong value and placements aligned to objectives and budgets. - Manage budgets, monitor performance and deliver clear reporting on ROI and optimisation opportunities. - Analyse audience, market and performance data to provide strategic insights and recommendations. - Mentor and develop a team of media planners, fo...