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Job Description: Carat is the worlds first media agency and privileged to partner with some of the most storied and innovative brands globally. Recently named a leader amongst global media agencies by Forrester and consistently ranked the number-one media agency worldwide, Carat brings the scale and expertise of 12,000 specialists across 100+ markets. Our Adelaide team delivers this capability locally, unlocking real human understanding and connecting people and brands through impactful, datadriven media experiences. Recently recognised as Adelaides happiest media agency, and most preferred by the media industry (Media i, November2025), were looking for someone who can contribute and enhance our market leading culture. We were shortlisted for Agency of the Year (B&T Other states) in 2025, Carat Adelaide has a strong track record of driving results for clients, and building careers. Group Digital Director In our Adelaide team, you will play a crucial senior leadership role in shaping and elevating performance media and innovation. Youll step into a marketdefining position: influencing agency strategy, strengthening client relationships and overseeing the performance and growth of digital practitioners across teams. This role is ideal for a seasoned digital leader who thrives in complexity, inspires teams, and blends commercial acumen with deep expertise across digital media, technology, data, and transformation. Core responsibilities: Drive the strategic direction of the agencys digital offering, ensuring teams and clients benefit from the latest innovation, technology, and marketplace shifts. Act as the goto digital thought leader for the business Oversee digital strategy for toptier clients, providing senior consultancy, solving highvalue challenges, and ensuring digital excellence across the full portfolio. Support the MD and senior leaders in key account planning and longterm growth roadmaps Own the quality, consistency, and innovation of digital work across the agency. Maintain oversight of the work, and driving improved outputs, integration, and new opportunities for clients Set the cultural and capability benchmark for the digital team. Mentor senior practitioners, identify training needs, oversee succession planning, and uplift performance Drive organic growth, contribute to new business pitches, and collaborate across network stakeholders to unlock new digital revenue opportunities. Participate in the Dentsu Growth Squad and build the agencys external profile through thought leadership and industry representation A bit about you: A comprehensive understanding of all facets of digital mediaincluding biddable, nonbiddable, technology platforms, data solutions, brand safety, automation, and analyticswith the ability to shape holistic digital strategies. Experience guiding senior client stakeholders, navigating complexity, and delivering digital transformation initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes Youre an exceptional communicator capable of influencing internal teams, senior leaders, global contacts, and external partners. Comfortable presenting, negotiating, and representing the agency at industry level Strong financial stewardship, forecasting capability, and ability to identify and convert new revenue streamsboth organic and through broader network collaboration You have a background in coaching highperforming teams, setting cultural standards, identifying talent development opportunities, and elevating digital capability across multiple practice area Whats 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 wholecompany 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr