About Us 

Initiative unlocks business growth for the world’s most ambitious brands. We believe in the power of media to reshape our industry and orchestrate a brand’s entire consumer experience, by balancing both what unites people and what makes them different.  

When brands unite people in culture, they build Fame, and when brands connect individuals to their unique journeys, they build customer Flow.  

Media responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do, whether it’s creating media plans that reflect the diversity of our communities, promote brand safety, and foster sustainability.  

Our agency celebrates diversity in an inclusive environment where all of our 6,000+ strong talent across 90+ markets feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision is to create not only a better media company, but also a better media industry, and maybe even a better world.  

Department Overview

With a passion for marketing, problem solving and the personal drive to go the extra mile to exceed client expectations, you will join an exciting growing team committed to delivering excellence in strategy, service delivery and results in the life sciences sector. As part of Initiative Health, you will enjoy the benefits of being part of a large leading digital marketing agency yet also have the autonomy to help shape the digital offering.

Reporting to Manager or Associate Director, you will be expected to be an adaptable, proactive and credible individual who takes the initiative.

Role Description 

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to be enthusiastic to learn more about our core business areas and how they work within the pharmaceutical industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting and building strong and effective working relationships with clients, internal teams and external partners
• Supporting senior client managers on day to day running of client’s media activity which may include paid search, paid social, programmatic, and direct media buying with specific publishers
• Budget management and performance tracking to ensure clients reach the desired media spend and any media buy guarantees have been reached
• Campaign set up across channels following a best practice approach to media
• Create regular client reports that deliver insights and actions
• Presenting to client’s on campaign performance
• Understanding the client’s objectives and working with the partnerships team alongside other Initiative Health teams to deliver best in class solutions
• Working with the CAM team to ensure client deliverables are achievable and sent on time for the account you are working on
• Take ownership of your tasks with keen eye on attention to detail
• Showing curiosity and pursuing new and better ways of doing things
• Working with your line manager to identify new client opportunities
• Constantly working to expand your own media knowledge and understanding how this can be of benefit to Initiative Health

Desired Skills & Experience

• Passion, creativity and problem solving skills 
• An engaging communicator with the ability to present to clients when required
• High standards for quality output and an excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Proactivity and a willingness to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of latest digital marketing opportunities and technology advancements
• Ability to use the Microsoft tool suite effectively to create reports, presentations and interrogate data
• The ability to occasionally travel domestically and/or internationally

Employee Transparency 

At IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands are equal-opportunity employers committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at [email protected] if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application. 

The Perks 

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

• Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year 
• Free breakfast and free lunch
• Early finish Fridays
• Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)
• Retail discounts
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice car scheme 
• Wellbeing programme, including Headspace & flu jabs 
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Paid time off for Volunteering
• Group Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)
• Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%
• Generous Parental Leave & Pay
• Independent mortgage advice
• Financial education
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!