Lead media planners at Initiative by combining employee development, client service, and disciplined media execution. This manager-level role requires collaboration, independent thinking, and strong organizational skills.

As Media Planning Manager, you will manage employees and supervise Initiative's integrated media planning product. You will communicate agency goals, provide performance feedback, support career development, and participate in hiring decisions when required. Client relationships, financial controls, and day-to-day planning remain central to the work.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead, mentor, coach, and develop media planning employees
- Communicate agency goals and manage workloads
- Provide ongoing performance feedback and development support




- Manage client planning requirements and business objectives
- Resolve billing and budget control discrepancies

Requirements:

- Previous experience managing and developing employees
- History of positive client business relationships
- Ability to build internal and external partnerships
- Proactive problem-solving approach
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Use people leadership, client service, media planning, and financial oversight to strengthen Initiative's integrated planning delivery.

📌 Media Planning Team Manager (Ottawa)
🏢 Interpublic
📍 Ottawa