Media Account Manager (Planning & Buying)

Media Account Manager – Planning & Buying

Birmingham

£35,000 – £45,000 

We’re working with a fantastic independent media planning and buying agency in Birmingham that’s looking for a confident, commercially savvy Media Account Manager to join their growing team.

This is a brilliant opportunity to take that next step in your media career — leading client relationships, owning media strategy, and playing a key role in campaign performance across both print and digital platforms.

The agency works with a diverse and exciting portfolio of brands across travel, fashion, automotive and leisure — and they pride themselves on a supportive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard and your growth is genuinely supported.

What you’ll be doing:

• Owning and growing key client relationships.
• Leading on media strategy, planning, and forecasting across on- and offline channels.
• Overseeing campaign execution and media schedule management.
• Negotiating with media partners to secure the best deals and placements.
• Reporting on performance and making data-led recommendations.
• Mentoring junior team members and helping to shape agency best practice.

What we’re looking for:

• Solid experience in media planning and buying (agency, brand-side, or media owner background all welcome).
• A confident communicator and relationship builder.
• Highly organised with a strategic mindset and commercial focus.
• Passionate about delivering brilliant results for clients.
• A natural team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment.

If you’re looking for an agency where you can make an impact, take ownership, and enjoy the support to keep developing — this one’s for you.

You need to have easy access to Birmingham as this role is 4 days onsite per week.

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