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Company Description At Spark Foundry we bring HEAT to brands, Higher Engagement, Affinity and Transaction. Engagement with consumers, customers and stakeholders, affinity with brands, and transactions, that materially impact our clients businesses. Spark is uniquely positioned to deliver HEAT because we have an aligned set of beliefs that guide how we navigate a changing media landscape, a structure that is designed for total accountability and a repeatable methodology to bake continuous improvement into everything we do.In order to bring this vision to life, we seek alignment around key values from our talent. Diverse thinkers with diverse thinkingwhat we call Allsortsare essential to tackle challenges through the lens of different disciplines and perspectives. To succeed at Spark, you must thrive on the belief that great ideas are only great if they work. Its not enough to be new, cool, or interesting; our solutions must drive business results. You need to embrace both the art and the evidenceright and left brain, imagination and activation, insight and technology in the pursuit of big ideas that are forensically measured. If you are motivated by these values, we welcome you to apply to become a Sparkie. Job Description Were now looking for an experienced Digital Activation Director to lead our Melbourne digital activation team and play a key role in shaping bestinclass digital delivery across the business. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on building highperforming teams, pushing innovation (including AIled solutions), and delivering outstanding outcomes for clients. What youll be doing Lead and elevate digital activation Own the quality, performance and output of Spark Foundrys digital activation product in Melbourne (excluding TMCA) Lead, coach and inspire a team of 7 digital specialists , supporting their growth from Coordinator through to Associate Director Set bestpractice standards across implementation, workflow and quality control Deliver results for leading brands Partner with planning, PMX and client teams to deliver holistic, performancedriven digital strategies Ensure client investment delivers against business objectives, KPIs and benchmarks Build trusted relationships with senior clients, acting as a strategic digital advisor Drive thought leadership, firsttomarket initiatives and innovative solutions across channels Champion AI and futureready ways of working Support Spark Foundrys AI vision , enhancing workflows through automation and AIenabled tools Act as a key client consultant on how AI is reshaping the digital media landscape Work closely with the Head of AI Enablement to operationalise and scale AI workflows nationally Grow the business Lead and contribute to new business pitches and client growth opportunities Develop playbooks, firstparty tools, training and market POVs (internal and external) Identify opportunities to leverage broader Publicis Groupe capabilities (DEX, Tech, Analytics, SEO, CRO and more) Lead with clarity and care Be a point of escalation and support for your team and stakeholders Manage financials across your client portfolio, including forecasting and invoicing accuracy Foster a positive, inclusive and solutionoriented culture Share knowledge, insights and innovations across the agency and industry What youll bring Strong experience leading digital activation or performance teams within a media agency Deep, handson knowledge of digital channels and holistic digital media planning Solid understanding of the Australian media landscape Proven ability to lead, coach and develop senior talent Experience presenting to senior clients and contributing to new business Commercial confidence, with experience managing forecasts, revenue and resourcing A curious mindset and passion for innovation, AI and continuous learning Exceptional communication, stakeholder management and problemsolving skills Confidence working across multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment Tertiary qualification (preferred, but not essential) Additional Information Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world''s most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com. Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical, mindful, and financial wellbeing. A creative, lively, and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Libert flexibility approach working your way with us. Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network. Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform, Marcel Classes. A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program. A committed Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women, galit, enABLE, EmbRACE, and cologique committees. Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service. Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year. Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure, paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap, and Cub Care leave. Access to counselors, psychologists, and professionals through Sonder, an all-inone digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs. A workplace that stands together to provide a more open, supportive, and recoveryforward culture for all employees with lifethreatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation, and the Australian Disability Network. If you don''t tick every box in this ad, please don''t rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity rather than ticking boxes so if this role resonates with you, please apply. Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe, we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge, and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it, we wouldn''t be where we are today. So be you we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via [email protected]; your personal information will be kept confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr