Associate Director, Media Strategy & Planning

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website ( monks.com/careers ). About the role In the Associate Director, Media Strategy & Planning position, you will help to shape and execute a marketing strategy, ensure technical excellence in execution, and foster skillset development for Planners and Buyers supporting the business. This role will support one of our major technology clients, and will partner with cross-functional teams to infuse AI-power solutions into the workflow. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in execution (Social, Search, or Programmatic) and is excited about translating the media’s impact to results for a client. The role requires understanding the importance of technical nuance and the ability to simplify the complexities of media for non-media clients. At this time, Monks offers a hybrid in-office / remote policy dependent on the candidate’s proximity to an office, team, and other business needs. General health and safety considerations are under constant review, with individual cases addressed as they arise. What you’ll do: Strategically lead media programs for a global client portfolio, managing in-market activity, delivering insightful recommendations, and actioning optimizations discovered through testing Manage a team of global Planners and Buyers in the execution of paid media campaigns Execute media plans across Google Ads, Social channels (Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.), and Video / Display Lead reporting, including analysis, presentation and own the Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) for client stakeholders Mentor & develop a team across hard and soft skills, focusing on growth through execution of critical workstreams and business impact What we need of you: 5+ years of digital marketing experience with deep expertise in Google Ads and Social Media campaign management The ability to think strategically about complex issues, leading to thoughtful recommendations, action plans, and campaigns that drive high ROI History of end-to-end management of digital media campaigns, from recommendation to wrap report Exceptional presentation skills, comfortable speaking about and presenting data to clients Proactive, disciplined, organized, self-starter and highly motivated, comfortable managing uncertainty and working independently Excellent leadership, management and organization skills Exceptional ability to communicate cross-functionally within a highly energetic team Plus : Bachelor’s degree required with strong performance in undergraduate coursework and demonstrated analytical success Platform Certifications Subject matter expert on programmatic media and strong knowledge of ad tech platforms (DMP, SSPs, Ad Servers) At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission. This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time. #LI-ZZ1 #LI-HYBRID What We Offer Benefits Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance - more about our coverage here ! Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays 401k with company contribution Paid parental leave Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more! Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge here !) This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time. Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status. Salary Range: $90,000 — $103,000 USD About Monks Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4 Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global Marketing and Technology Services to redefine how brands interact with the world. Through Monks.Flow, its flagship AI ecosystem for marketing orchestration, Monks transforms marketing into a growth engine, collapsing timelines and connecting brands to culture in real time. By deploying bespoke intelligent agents across disciplines and delivering culturally relevant, high-impact creative and digital solutions, Monks solves key critical business challenges across the entire brand enterprise to help brands sustain long-term impact. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services, ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). Named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show’s inaugural AI Pioneer Organization, Monks was also awarded Business Intelligence Group’s 2025 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in both the Organizational and AI Product categories. As a trusted partner to cutting-edge innovators in tech, Monks earned titles such as Optimizely Experimentation Partner of the Year (2025), runner-up for the Adobe Firefly Partner Award (2024), and Workato’s AI Visionary Customer Impact Award (2024). Additionally, Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.