Job Description

Introduction

Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people and society.

Amplifi is an important part of our world-class offering -It is the supply-side platform of dentsu, consisting of three pillars: Investment Management, Media Trading (Media Owner Services and Principal Buying) and Content (Original Partnerships & Entertainment); all underpinned by Supply-Side Management practises. Amplifi is the investment and innovation arm of dentsu across all media channels and entertainment content. The proposition is based on the delivery of value for all in everything we do. Our focus is to deliver the best possible media value for clients through leveraged media buying, sustainable media income and enable innovation with the supply-side with product, services and capabilities.

We’re hiring for an Integrated Display Director as part of Amplifi in London.

Purpose of the Role

As an Integrated Display Director, you will lead a specialist team in delivering high-quality digital display and programmatic campaigns across a diverse client portfolio. Working closely with senior partners, internal teams, and media owners, you will drive campaign strategy, operational excellence, and innovative solutions that enhance client outcomes. You will mentor and develop your team, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement, while playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of display and programmatic media.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, activation, and optimisation of complex programmatic and managed service display campaigns, acting as the senior escalation point across DSPs and media partners.
• Own platform and partner strategy, including DSP roadmaps, feature adoption, testing & learning frameworks, and optimisation standards to drive continuous performance improvement.
• Deliver commercial and client success, owning budgets, forecasting, MMM delivery, and governance of trading decisions to ensure performance, value, and margin alignment.
• Act as a senior client and stakeholder lead, translating complex data and platform insights into clear, compelling narratives and identifying growth opportunities.
• Lead and develop high‑performing teams by setting best practice, upskilling talent, and resolving complex technical or operational challenges across activation and offshore teams.

Qualifications + Skills

• Deep expertise in programmatic and managed service display, with proven experience leading complex activations across DV360, The Trade Desk, and direct media owner partnerships.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including ownership of budgets, forecasting, MMM delivery, and governance of trading and optimisation decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to set optimisation standards, DSP roadmaps, and testing & learning frameworks, driving continuous performance improvement at scale.
• Confident senior client and stakeholder leader, able to translate complex platform and performance insights into clear, compelling narratives.
• Proven people leader and technical mentor, experienced in upskilling teams, setting best practice, and acting as escalation point for complex challenges.

What we offer

• This is a permanent role.
• The team is based in our London office but operates under flexible working arrangements. The team are currently in the office every Tuesday and Thursday.
• As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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Location:

London

Brand:

Amplifi

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent